Hunger Games Film: The Source For Hunger Games News: June 2012

Video: Liam Hemsworth in new Expendables 2 video

A new video with Liam Hemsworth in Expendables 2 has been released by Ain't it Cool.

Photo: First Look at Liam Hemsworth in 'Empire State'

Deadline gives us the first look at Liam Hemsworth in 'Empire State'. This is a very high quality image so I suggest you open the image in a new tab.

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First Look at Jennifer Lawrence in 'Silver Lining Playbook'

Entertainment Today gives us a first look at Jennifer Lawrence in 'Silver Lining Playbook'. The Silver Lining Playbook hits theaters on 11/21/12.

Video: Romeo Miller Says He Has Spoken With Lionsgate About Catching Fire

Romeo Miller says he has spoken with Lionsgate about Catching Fire! What role do you think Lionsgate is considering for him?

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Stanley Tucci Talks Francis Lawrence

Stanley Tucci weighs in on Francis Lawrence and the Hunger Games success.

The Wall Street Journal: What kind of response have you gotten since “Hunger Games” came out? Do you have lots of new young fans?
Stanley Tucci: Without question…. It’s a newer demographic only because the kids who are seeing it now, a lot of them hadn’t seen “The Devil Wears Prada” because they were too young. It’s a similar age but different people. I never anticipate it would be like that. It was my fiancee who said, “you should do this.” I said, “Really?” She said, “Stanley, these books are so successful and they are really good.”
What do “Hunger Games” fans say to you?
My kids play soccer, and you see that the kids on the other team are sort of like, “What’s that guy doing here? Why is he here?” I think they think that you don’t do all the normal stuff. It’s really great. I’m very proud to be in the movie. It was a great experience. It was really one of the best experiences I’ve ever had.
Why?
I liked the story a lot. I liked what it has to say for socio-political reasons. I like the fact that the lead character is this incredible, strong young woman. I love Gary Ross.
What are your thoughts on the “Hunger Games” getting a new director, Francis Lawrence?
I’m sad that Gary is not doing it. But I hear this fella is really great. Hopefully Gary wil come back and do another one. I [start shooting] the next Hunger Games in October some time.

Source: Hunger Games DWTC Via. WSJ

Video: New Clip of Josh in The Forger 'Nothing but the Best'

We get another look at Josh Hutcherson in this clip 'Nothing but the Best'! In this scene Hutcherson's character attempts to us blackmail.

Elisabeth Banks Speaks About Meeting With Francis Lawrence

Elisabeth Banks speaks to E!Online about Catching Fire and meeting with Francis Lawrence.

“Let me tell you what’s fun—to have the job before the director!” Banks told me at the Maui Film Festival, where she was honored with this year’s Navigator Award.
“That has never happened ever in my life,” she said.
She added with a big laugh, “Going into that meeting, I was like, ‘I have the job. You tell me what you’re going to do, buddy—cause I’m already in this hit movie.’”
Banks and Lawrence met for coffee. “We talked about where the movie is going,” she said. “It was great.” No, she’s not spilling on any specifics.
Elizabeth is also excited to get back on set and work with her Hunger Games co-stars
“I love being with Woody [Harrelson] and Lenny [Kravitz],” she said. “That’s who I get to pal around with.”
And we love hearing that HG‘s three breakout stars, Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson and Liam Hemsworth, haven’t let success go to their heads. “They’re all so real,” Banks said.

And so beautiful, too—especially the Aussie hunk of the bunch. “Liam is ridiculously good-looking,” Banks gushed. “I mean, ridiculous.”

Source: E! Via. HungerGamesDWTC

Hunter Parish Wants To Play Finnick Odair

Hunter Paris said he "would love to play Finnick" in Catching Fire when he recently sat down with MTV's Kara Warner.

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Video: Elisabeth Banks Talks Catching Fire and People Like Us

Elisabeth Banks talks 'People Like Us' and 'Catching Fire' with Celebuzz and Co-star Chris Pine.

Nightlock Podcast 'Episode 26':

You can watch episode 26 of the nightlock podcast Here.

SUMMARY: This landmark episode focus on Chapter 3 of Catching Fire where questions arised. Would Katniss be different if she lived in the arena? Would Katniss have been weaker or stronger if her father was still alive? What type of mentor would Katniss be and how would it effect her emotionally? Would Catching Fire been better if it had an action packed start? The fan favorite segment, Dark Duels has a comeback with President Snow and Cinna fighting to the death. Listener emails are shared with insight on Francis Lawrence as the new director and celebrations in Panem.

Video: Glee's Naya Rivera Talks About Playing Joahanna

Naya Rivera has been a fan choice for Johanna for a while. Now she speaks out about wanting to play Johanna in Catching Fire and her love for the books.

New Stills of Jennifer Lawrence In House At The End Of The Street

Jennifer Lawrence looks amazing in these new images from House at the End of the Street.

Watch Trailer for Elisabeth Banks Produced 'Pitch Perfect'

The trailer has been released for a movie produced by Elisabeth Banks! Pitch Perfect is an upcoming musical comedy. Do you want to see it?

Hunger Games Nominated for Five More TCA

In the second wave of Teen Choice Award nominations the Hunger Games adds Best Lip Lock and Choice Movie Male Scene Stealer. The Hunger Games was nominated for six awards in the first round and has added five making a grand total of eleven!

Choice Movie Chemistry
Ryan Gosling and Steve Carell, Crazy, Stupid, Love.
Jennifer Lawrence and Amandla Stenberg, The Hunger Games
Will Smith and Josh Brolin, Men In Black 3
Channing Tatum and Jonah Hill, 21 Jump Street
Mark Wahlberg and Ted (voice of Seth MacFarlane), Ted

Choice Movie Liplock
Zac Efron and Taylor Schilling, The Lucky One
Jennifer Lawrence and Josh Hutcherson, The Hunger Games
Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson, The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1
Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling, Crazy, Stupid, Love.
Channing Tatum and Rachel McAdams, The Vow

Choice Movie Villain
Jemaine Clement, Men In Black 3
Tom Hiddleston, The Avengers
Rhys Ifans, The Amazing Spider-Man
Alexander Ludwig, The Hunger Games
Charlize Theron, Snow White & The Huntsman

Choice Movie Scene Stealer: Male
Chace Crawford, What to Expect When You’re Expecting
Chris Evans, The Avengers
Kevin Hart, Think Like A Man
Liam Hemsworth, The Hunger Games
Kellan Lutz, The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1

Choice Movie Scene Stealer: Female
Elizabeth Banks, The Hunger Games
Ashley Greene, The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1
Lea Michele, New Year’s Eve
Nikki Reed, The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1
Nicole Scherzinger, Men In Black 3

Best Buy Reveals Exclusive Hunger Games DVD Box Set

Best Buy has revealed an exclusive Hunger Games DVD Box Set.

This exclusive edition includes 2 DVD, 2 Blu-ray discs, and digital copy of The Hunger Games. It also comes with a limited edition Hunger Games collectible that will be numbered, available exclusively at Best Buy.

Universal Pictures Will Be Distributing Catching Fire In Italy

It has been announced that Universal Pictures has acquired the rights to distribute Catching Fire in Italy.

According to Press Release:

SANTA MONICA, Calif., June 12, 2012 /PRNewswire/ – Universal Pictures, one of the world’s leading producers and distributors of filmed entertainment, has acquired distribution rights in Italy toThe Hunger Games: Catching Fire, the next installment of Lionsgate’s (NYSE:LGF)blockbuster Hunger Games franchise, it was announced today by Lionsgate Motion Picture Group Co-Chairs Patrick Wachsberger and Rob Friedman.
The first film in the franchise, the global blockbuster The Hunger Games, has already grossed $400 million at the North American box office, the 14th highest-grossing film of all time, and is nearing $650 million at the worldwide box office with a nationwide launch in China upcoming later this week.
“We are delighted to expand our successful international partnership with Universal to Italy on this exciting franchise,” said Lionsgate International President Helen Lee Kim, who orchestrated the deal along with Wachsberger. “We have enjoyed a productive relationship with Universal in several territories on such recent Lionsgate and Summit films as the Step Up franchise, What to Expect When You’re Expectingand TheCabin in the Woods. The Hunger Games has emerged as a truly global phenomenon, and we believe that The Hunger Games: Catching Fire will elevate the franchise to a new level of performance at the international box office.”
The Hunger Games: Catching Fire will go into production in September and will be released worldwide on November 22, 2013.

Source: Via. Hggirlonfire.com

Hunger Games Coming to Netflix Latin America and Brazil

The Hunger Games will be coming to Netflix Latin America and Brazil on 8/18/12.
According to Press Release:

BEVERLY HILLS Calif., June 12, 2012 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ — Global box office smash “Hunger Games” will be exclusively available for Netflix members to watch instantly on August 18 in Latin America and Brazil as part of a multi-year deal between Netflix and Telefilms, the region’s leading distributor of independent films.

Source: Via. Hggirlonfire.com

Catching Fire Will Be In IMAX

IMAX announced that Catching Fire will be given a run in IMAX 3D. The Hunger Games was given two runs in IMAX theaters due to major success.

THR Confirms Seymour Has Been Offered Role of Plutarch

The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed that Phillip Seymour Hoffman has been offered the role of Catching Fire head gamemaker Plutarch Heavensbee.

Philip Seymour Hoffman received an official offer to play Plutarch Heavensbee in Catching Fire, Lionsgate’s sequel to The Hunger Games, The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed.
Hoffman’s name had circled the role for several weeks, but an offer formally went out Monday, the same day the actor ended his 18-year association with his agency, Paradigm.

MTV Lost Hunger Games Tribute Interviews

MTV comes up with another hilarious companion to the previously posted 'Lost Hunger Games Auditons'.

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Jennifer Lawrence Spotted Talking With Francis Lawrence

Our intrigue in Catching Fire gets deeper as Jennifer Lawrence was spotted chatting with Francis Lawrence while holding an envelope marked 'Jen Lawrence'.

Rumor: Seymour Hoffman Has Been Offered Role of Plutarch

The most recent rumor in casting for Catching Fire is that Seymour Hoffman has been offered the role of Plutarch Heavensbee. Take note that this is not confirmed and is just a rumor!

Video: Emma Stone Talks About Being Fancast as Johanna

Recently Emma Stone was asked about being fancast as Johanna. Emma replied that she is 'flattered' and is a huge fan of the series.

Hunger Games Will Hit $400 Million Mark in America Today

Sometime today the Hunger Games will hit the $400 Million mark in America! Congratulations to Gary Ross, Suzanne Collins, and Lionsgate.

P.S. The worldwide sales are a total of $650 Million!

Saturday Fan Video 'Peeta and Katniss Saving Me'

This week's fan video is Katara1439's 'Peeta and Katniss Saving Me'. This video is wonderfully crafted and the song goes perfect with the Hunger Games!

Our Review for Hunger Games Trilogy Set

Hunger Games Trilogy Set is a great way to buy all three books in one purchase. I first read the books with a friend's copy and found it was very convenient to buy the books in this cute set. The case is also helpful if you want to keep your books together and safe!

Song Suggestion 'Hurricane'

This week's song suggestion is Hurricane by 30 Seconds to Mars. It was suggested by Emma:

"I LOVE the line would you kill to save a life."

Josh Hutcherson on Kristen Stewart

Josh Hutcherson spoke to MTV's Josh Horowitz about Twilight and wanting to be friends with Kristen Stewart.

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Look At Miley Cyrus's 3.5 Carat Engagement Ring

Earlier we posted about Liam Hemsworth's and Miley Cyrus's engagement, now we have an up close shot at the 3.5 Carat engagement ring.

Liam Hemsworth Engaged to Miley Cyrus

People.com has confirmed that Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth are engaged!

According to People.com:

Miley Cyrus and Hunger Games star Liam Hemsworth are engaged to be married after three years of dating, their reps confirm to PEOPLE exclusively.

“I’m so happy to be engaged and look forward to a life of happiness with Liam,” Cyrus, 19, tells PEOPLE.

Australian actor Hemsworth, 22, who met Cyrus when they costarred in The Last Song in 2009, proposed on May 31 with a 3.5-carat diamond ring from jeweler Neil Lane.

Nina Jacobson Says That Casting For Finnick Is 'Wide Open'

With all of the rumors going around about Finnick Nina Jacobson (Hunger Games Producer) spoke to LA Times 24 Frame Blog about Casting for Finnick. Apparently casting is 'wide open'!

Huffington Post: How the Hunger Games would be sorted at Hogwarts!

Huffington Post wrote an article about how the Hunger Games characters would be sorted at Hogwarts. This is a must read for mutual fans of the Hunger Games and Harry Potter.

Reminder: Syfy's Hollywood Treasures Airs Tonight

Syfy's Hollywood Treasures featuring District 12 (Henry River Mill) airs tonight at 10 P.M. Will you be watching Hollywood Treasures tonight?

Josh Hutcherson Talks 'Catching Fire Locations and Finnick' With Josh Horowitz

Josh Horowitz caught up with Josh Hutcherson at the MTV Movie Awards. Josh says that Alanta and Hawaii are both possibility locations for Catching Fire!

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Video: The Lost Hunger Games Auditions (MTV Parody)

MTV has released a hilarious parody in which Jean Claude Van Damme, Chris Colfer, and Chloe Mortez audition for the Hunger Games! This is very funny!

Winning Piccolo sand sculpture inspired by ‘The Hunger Games’

The Best of Show overall winners for the 24th annual Piccolo Spoleto Sand Sculpting Competition was inspired by the Hunger Games. The mockingjay pin inspired sand sculpture was created by Rachael and Jeff Mahaffey of Hanahan and Michael and Krista Mowrer of Summerville.

Olympic Trials Gymnasts 'Are Happy The Hunger Games Makes Archery Popular'

Khatuna Lorig (A contestant for the 2012 Olympics) spoke to DenverPost about how the Hunger Games has effected archery!

"It's amazing the impact a Hollywood movie can make."
Archery has had PR hits before. "Rambo" helped in the early '80s, but USA Archery didn't need to target bitter Vietnam vets. "The Hunger Games" has produced about $400 million and has nearly every teenager in America eager to shoot arrows and be a hero, or heroine.
USA Archery had a hand in it, too. Khatuna Lorig, seeking her fourth Olympic team, gave star Jennifer Lawrence 15 archery lessons in spring 2011.
"For archery it's great," said Lorig, in second place with 94.5 points behind Miranda Leek's 97.75. "It's a unique sport, an awesome sport, a very old sport. I think it deserves this big break, thanks to 'The Hunger Games.' "

Video: Jennifer Lawrence's Short Film 'Best Worst Archery Teacher' From MTV Movie Awards

Last week we got a photo sneak peek from a short film titled 'Best Worst Archery Teacher'. The film features Jennifer Lawrence as herself. The film aired last night at the MTV Movie Awards.

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Master Post: MTV Movie Awards

The MTV Movie Awards were last night! The Hunger Games took home four awards. Here is a compilation of photos and videos from last night!

Josh Hutcherson Speaks To E! About Francis Lawrence

Josh Hutcherson spoke to E! Online about Francis Lawrence's ideas for Catching Fire! It turns out Josh has spoken to Francis about ideas for Peeta in Catching Fire.

According to E!:

Catching Fire doesn’t start shooting for a while, but the games have begun! I just talked to Josh Hutcherson and guess what he told me about?! He filled me on his first meeting with director Francis Lawrence…
He recently had his first meeting with The Hunger Games franchise’s next director, Francis Lawrence.
“I sat down with him a couple of days ago,” Hutcherson told me at the MTV Movie Awards. “He’s fantastic. He’s such a smart guy. He has some great ideas for the movie.
“I just really like where his head is at,” he continued. “I really like him a lot.”
Most of their chat focused on Peeta.
“We talked about character development in the stories,” Hutcherson said. “As you know, the second book is more complicated than the first, so we talked about the narrative. Everything he said was super smart.”

MTV Movie Awards Wins

The Hunger Games took home four awards at the MTV Movie Awards! We have compiled a list of awards that the Hunger Games has won!

Jennifer Lawrence To Be In Short Film For MTV Movie Awards

MTV released a photo and information about a short film Jennifer Lawrence will be in! The short film will air during the MTV Movie Awards.

Video: New Trailer For Jennifer's House At The End Of The Street

A new trailer for Jennifer's House at the End of the Street has been released. House at the End of the Street is an upcoming horror movie.

Video: Four New People Like Us Videos

Four new clips from Elisabeth Bank's People Like Us have been released! The Film will be released on June 29th.

Video: Levin Rambin Urges Fans To Vote For The Hunger Games in MTV Movie Awards

The Hunger Games is nominated for eight categories in the MTV Movie Awards (June 3rd). Levin Rambin urges fans in this video to vote for the Hunger Games!

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Gary Ross's Book Bartholomew Biddle and the Very Big Wind Now Pre-Order

Gary Ross is not only a director but an author! His new book Bartholomew Biddle and the Very Big Wind is now available for pre-order. The book will be released on November 13, 2012.

Levin Rambin's Percy Jackson Gets March 2013 Release Date

Levin Rambin's Percy Jackson's release date has been pushed to March 2013!

According to Collider:

Fox has pushed Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters back all the way to August from a previous March 15th date. The film currently faces no opposition on its opening weekend, but opens one week after Sony’s Robocop remake. The majority of the first film’s cast returns, led by Logan Lerman, but Thor Freudenthal takes over directing duties from Harry Potter helmer Chris Columbus.

The teen idol told MTV News: “I liked ‘Bridesmaids’. I need to see ‘Hunger Games’ again. I need to see it because I went there the first night it came out and I fell asleep because it was like super-late. But I need to see it again.”

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