The Hunger Games
BOOK vs. MOVIE
by Maya Cherins
Killing, starving, love, death, hatred, fighting... Yep. Thats The Hunger Games for you. The Hunger Games was written by Suzanne Collins. This novel is probably what most teens talk about in this moment in time. The novel was published in September, 2008 and on March 23, 2012 The Hunger Games was released in theatres as a movie. The movie was 2 hours and 22 minutes long and even though that is a long movie, many things had to be changed or taken out, so the question is, “What is the difference?”
One of the first things that I noticed to be different was that in the book, Katniss Everdeen (played by Jennifer Lawrence in the movie) narrates the whole story so you only read about what happens to her. But in the movie, you could see Seneca Crane (played by Wes Bentley in the movie) and the games makers plan out the games while Katniss is in the arena. While it was different, I really enjoyed it.
Something else I noticed is that Katniss receives the mockingjay from Madge, the District 12’s mayor’s daughter in the book. Except in the movie Katniss gets it for free at The Hub, a trade market in District 12. This disappointed me because later on in the trilogy the history of the mockingjay is an important factor.
Another thing that I noticed was different was that in the book, Katniss describes how the mutts had the different eyes of people she loved. AKA, Prim, her, her mom, and Gale. And in the movie, you didn’t see the eyes of the people she loved. They were just regular mutts. While I think it would be cool if they had the features of the people Katniss loved, I didn’t mind that much.
Lastly, I noticed that in the end of the movie, Seneca Crane, the game maker was locked in a room with poisonous grapes so you know as the viewer that he dies. In the book, you are told that he is hanged. This didn’t annoy me that much, because it would most likely affect the rating of the movie.
I hope that you can all go and see the movie if you haven’t seen it yet and for those who haven’t read the book, I suggest that you do. As a student, and a reader, I enjoyed the book more than I have enjoyed a book in a very long time.
What did you like better? Was the movie accurate to the novel? Were the characters in the movie similar to the way you envisioned them? Tell us what you think... Send your ideas to rodell@somsd.k12.nj.us
We are looking for a new astrologist! Anyone willing to predict the future for us using the signs of the Zodiac? If so, this space will be for you! Below is the Chinese New Year signs published last year. We need some updates!!!
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2011, 1999, 1987, 1975 Rabbit- Intelligent and calm, peace-loving with impeccable manners. With creative thoughts but sometimes too moody and indifferent.
2000, 1988, 1976, 1964 Dragon- Thoughtful and fond of freedom. Have high scope vitality. Chances may slip away because of too many doubts and considerations.
2001, 1989, 1977, 1965 Snake- Clever and smart to sult different conditions and be able to score the superbgoals. Should learn to concentrate on one's own job and be fair to others.
2002, 1990, 1978, 1966 Horse- Cheerful, quick-witted and popular. Sometimes you need to layback in order to see things clearly.
2003, 1991, 1979, 1967 Sheep- Peaceful and conservative, not ambitious. Should realize a steady life needs to hope for the best and prepare for the worst.
2004, 1992, 1980, 1968 Monkey- Clever, energetic and innovative. a fast learner with good memory. Should adopt the rules related to the career and learn to communicate with others.
2005, 1993, 1981, 1969 Rooster- Optimistic and likes to work systematically. Outspoken and loves to attract attention. Should make observations in different angles.
2006, 1994, 1982, 1970 Dog- Responsible and loyal to your career. Should make more practical and realistic considerations to be successful.
2007, 1995, 1983, 1971 Pig- Knowledgeable in organizing times for work and leisure. Fond of enjoying life and forgetting any targets in life. Should learn to work harder.
2008, 1996, 1984, 1972 Rat- A true opportunist to grab any chances with your fast response and connate saplence. Shouldn't be too mean to create hurting feelings for people around.
2009, 1997, 1985, 1973 Ox- Hard working and sophisticated and doesn't care too much about successes and returns. Life can be a lot easier with realistic targets and not try not to be too stubborn.
2010, 1998, 1986, 1974 Tiger- Ambitious to win with keen determination. However, reasons for your successes are most likely when you learn how to look back.
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