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New Trailer for THE HUNGER GAMES Shows off Its Mockingjay Pin

by Matt Goldberg    Posted: February 2nd, 2012 at 10:18 am

A new trailer has gone online for The Hunger Games and it’s my favorite one yet.  It’s short, sweet, hits the emotional beats, has a little action, and gives us a good look at Stanley Tucci’s wacky hairdo.  The trailer also features the Mockingjay pin, which is the big icon of the series.

Hit the jump to check out the trailer, and click here to find out how you can win tickets from us to go the film’s premiere on March 12th in Los Angeles.  The Hunger Games opens in wide release and IMAX on March 23rd.

New Image from THE HUNGER GAMES Featuring Lenny Kravitz and Jennifer Lawrence

by Adam Chitwood    Posted: February 1st, 2012 at 2:00 pm

A new image has been released from Lionsgate’s highly anticipated adaptation of The Hunger Games. For those unfamiliar, the story takes place in a dystopian future where a young woman must survive a televised fight to the death between her and teenagers from the other districts of Panem. Jennifer Lawrence stars as Katniss, our protagonist, and this new image shows her character being embraced by Lenny Kravitz’s Cinna. Fans of the book will recognize the significance of the image, especially the events that transpire immediately afterwards. Anticipation for the film is high, and we recently reported that the sequel, Catching Fire, may be shooting in Hawaii this fall.

Hit the jump to check out the image. The film also stars Josh Hutcherson, Liam Hemsworth, Elizabeth Banks, and Woody Harrelson. The Hunger Games opens March 23rd.

New Image from THE HUNGER GAMES Shows Jennifer Lawrence and Josh Hutcherson Preparing for the Opening Ceremonies

by Adam Chitwood    Posted: January 19th, 2012 at 8:26 am

Lionsgate seems to be taking a piecemeal approach to marketing the highly anticipated adaptation of The Hunger Games. We’ve seen a few images here and there over the past few months, and this morning the studio has released a new image giving us a peek into one of the book’s more famous scenes. Jennifer Lawrence and Josh Hutcherson are sporting their best future costumes as they ready themselves for the opening ceremonies of The Hunger Games. Their wardrobe is designed to be reminiscent of coal, and the costume department looks to have done a fine job here. We also get a tiny peek at Lenny Kravtiz’s Cinna, as he’s holding a flame curiously close to Lawrence and Hutcherson’s costumes. The film is poised to be a monster hit, and a screenwriter is already hard at work on the sequel Catching Fire, so expect Hunger Games mania to set in come springtime.

Hit the jump to check out the image. The film also stars Liam Hemsworth, Woody Harrelson, Elizabeth Banks, Stanley Tucci, and Donald Sutherland. The Hunger Games opens March 23rd.

More Images and Set Photos from THE HUNGER GAMES

by Matt Goldberg    Posted: January 3rd, 2012 at 10:35 am

Lionsgate has released four new images from The Hunger Games along with two set photos and two hi-res versions of previously released images.  Most of the new images were quickly glimpsed in the trailer but now you can view them all big and shiny.

Hit the jump to check out the images.  The film stars Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, Liam Hemsworth, Woody Harrelson, Lenny Kravitz, Elizabeth Banks, and Donald Sutherland.  The Hunger Games opens March 23rd.

The Red Pill Viral Update: MEN IN BLACK 3, THE GIRL WITH THE DRAGON TATTOO, THE DARKEST HOUR and THE HUNGER GAMES

by Dave Trumbore    Posted: December 11th, 2011 at 1:25 pm

As The Dark Knight Rises revved up their viral campaign earlier this week , it overshadowed other movies in the midst of their own marketing. The Dark Knight Rises’ “Operation Early Bird” granted early access to the prologue for people close to specified IMAX theaters and a new trailer is expected to drop on Monday. However, there are other properties that are vying for your attention and your dollars, such as Men in Black 3, The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, The Darkest Hour and The Hunger Games. Hit the jump for an update on each of these unique campaigns.

New Trailer for THE HUNGER GAMES

by Matt Goldberg    Posted: November 14th, 2011 at 7:32 am

Lionsgate has released a new trailer for The Hunger Games.  For everyone who was confused on the set-up and the premise, this trailer will get you up to speed.  Unfortunately, that’s about all it will do.  While it’s clear that director Gary Ross has not shied away from the garish fashion and make-up of the Capitol’s residents (I imagine some are going to be jarred out of the experience by Elizabeth Banks looking like she’s 80 and speaking with a British accent), there’s still no hint of the violence and brutality of the books.  I can understand why they would leave that out of the trailer, but I’m absolutely baffled as to why there’s almost no footage from the actual Hunger Games.  That’s the meat and potatoes of the set pieces, and I have no idea why they wouldn’t at least throw in some quick flashes of the action scenes. My best guess is that they’re still working on the special effects and didn’t have anything 100% finished to put into the trailer (or they’re saving those scenes for the next one).

Hit the jump to check out the trailer.  The film stars Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, Liam Hemsworth, Woody Harrelson, Stanley Tucci, Lenny Kravitz, and Donald Sutherland.  The Hunger Games opens March 23, 2012.

Adaptable: THE HUNGER GAMES

by Matt Goldberg    Posted: June 15th, 2011 at 8:30 am

The process of adaptation is a difficult one.  Yes, the story framework is in place and there’s usually a built-in fanbase as well, but screenwriters must wrestle with what they can include, what they can excise, and what they can change.  A popular adaptation can’t alienate the fans but it also can’t exclude those unfamiliar with the source material.

Suzanne Collins’ The Hunger Games is the first in a trilogy of young adult novels.  Lionsgate hopes they have the next Twilight on their hands even though the plots of the two books couldn’t be more different.  I’ll break down what works in the book, what will succeed in the movie, and where director Gary Ross will have difficulty in his adaptation.

Lenny Kravitz Cast as Cinna in THE HUNGER GAMES; Plus Photos and Video from the District 12 Set

by Brendan Bettinger    Posted: May 23rd, 2011 at 9:12 pm

About a month ago, Woody Harrelson, Stanley Tucci, and Lenny Kravitz were rumored for unspecified roles in buzzed adaptation of The Hunger Games.  Harrelson was later identified as the movie’s Haymitch, and Tucci was cast as Caesar Flickerman, leaving Kravitz untethered in Panem.  Tonight, Lionsgate announced that Kravitz will play Cinna, as many speculated.  Director Gary Ross (Seabiscuit) commented on the choice:

“When I saw Lenny’s work in PRECIOUS I was just knocked out. It was quiet and strong and understated and open hearted; all qualities which define this character.”

Quiet and strong and understated and open hearted are spot-on descriptions for Cinna, the stylist who guides Katniss Everdeen (Jennifer Lawrence) as the dictatorship pushes her into battle against 23 other teenagers.  Kravitz is a fine choice, though much older than I imagined for Cinna.

Josh Hutcherson, Liam Hemsworth, Elizabeth Banks, and Wes Bentley also star in The Hunger Games, scheduled for release on March 23, 2012.  Hit the jump for the official announcement, as well as photos and video of construction on a District 12 set.

Woody Harrelson, Lenny Kravitz, and Stanley Tucci Up for THE HUNGER GAMES

by Brendan Bettinger    Posted: April 28th, 2011 at 7:48 pm

Most of the young cast surrounding Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, and Liam Hemsworth in The Hunger Games will be comprised of unknowns.  For the scattered adult roles, Lionsgate is looking to more familiar faces.  Elizabeth Banks was confirmed as Effie Trinket earlier today, and word on the street says the studio is after John C. Reilly to play drunken mentor Haymitch.  Vulture hears Lionsgate has sent out offers to a bevy of actors for other supporting roles, including Woody Harrelson, Stanley Tucci, and Lenny Kravitz.  Strict nondisclosure agreements have prevented too many details leaking, though Harrelson was linked to the role of Seneca Crane, the designer behind the Hunger Games that pit 24 teens against each other in a fight to the death.

The Hunger Games, based on the first book in a series by Suzanne Collins, is scheduled for release on March 23, 2012.  Gary Ross (Seabiscuit) will direct from a script by Billy Ray (State of Play).  Read the official synopsis and a bit of casting/character speculation after the break.

Liam Neeson and Cedric the Entertainer Join Cast of Lee Daniels’ SELMA

by Ti Alan Chase    Posted: March 24th, 2010 at 2:53 pm

Still riding high on his multiple Academy Award nominations, breakout director Lee Daniels (Precious) has been busy putting together the cast for his next picture, Selma.  The movie will focus on the pivotal Civil Rights march which Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. led from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama in 1965.

Over the past few weeks Daniels has confirmed that Hugh Jackman and Lenny Kravitz  will play key roles in Selma.  And today MTV is reporting that Liam Neeson and Cedric the Entertainer have also joined the cast.  Neeson will be playing President Lyndon Johnson, and Cedric will portray Ralph Abernathy, who helped King to organize the march.

The role of Dr. King will be played by David Oyelowo (The Last King of Scottland).  The role of Alabama Governor George Wallace has not yet been cast, but is expected to be filled soon.  It was presumed that Robert De Niro would play the role, but MTV says his collaboration with Daniels will likely not be with this project.

PRECIOUS – BASED ON THE NOVEL “PUSH” BY SAPPHIRE Review

by Matt Goldberg    Posted: November 5th, 2009 at 7:49 pm

In the movie “Precious: Based on the Novel “Push” by Sapphire”, an obese black girl growing up in 80s Harlem is beaten and verbally abused by her selfish mother.  The girl is pregnant with her second child after being raped again by her father.  Still hopeful for a better life, the girl enrolls in a program that teaches wayward young women to get their G.E.D.  Through the help of a saintly teacher and the support of her classmates, the girl finds confidence and love.  The movie co-stars comedienne Mo’Nique, pop sensation Mariah Carey, and cross-genre musician Lenny Kravitz.

“Precious” is not a Hallmark movie.  It is one of the best films of the year.

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