There is a very well made film here that appeals to the target audience of the book, but has plenty to offer those who haven't. As Ross has stated, there was a tremendous danger of creating a straightforward glossy action film, which would have destroyed the intent and subtext. Instead, Ross manages to create a deep sense of unease throughout the first half of the film, constantly reminding the audience of the true horror of what is to come. Wisely when the games begin, the film does not become gory, offering brief shots of the violence and leaving much to the audience's imagination, which is equally as effective. Jennifer Lawrence makes a very effective heroine but equally important is that the film spends time to develop a number of other key players in the Games and by shooting handheld shots for much of the action, the film never attempts to glorify or play down the reality of the violence shown.
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There is a very well made film here that appeals to the target audience of the book, but has plenty to offer those who haven't. As Ross has stated, there was a tremendous danger of creating a straightforward glossy action film, which would have destroyed the intent and subtext. Instead, Ross manages to create a deep sense of unease throughout the first half of the film, constantly reminding the audience of the true horror of what is to come. Wisely when the games begin, the film does not become gory, offering brief shots of the violence and leaving much to the audience's imagination, which is equally as effective. Jennifer Lawrence makes a very effective heroine but equally important is that the film spends time to develop a number of other key players in the Games and by shooting handheld shots for much of the action, the film never attempts to glorify or play down the reality of the violence shown.