The Hunger Games: Catching Fire Review

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Jennifer Lawrence returns as Katniss Everdeen 'The Girl On Fire' in the next chapter of the fan favorite movie series "The Hunger Games" with "Hunger Games: Catching Fire".

The way that Jennifer is straight forward and strong which shows on the big screen is what makes her amazing as Katniss. 

So after a epic movie like 'Hunger Games', how can you follow it?

Well first, you need to bring back everyone's favorite cast members from the first film. Then you add more people that you can like and dislike in the film. Following that you must have a strong story which will keep those watching at the edge of their seat. Last, you must call the film 'Hunger Games: Catching Fire'. That is just what the new Director Francis Lawrence did.

I can't wait to see what Director Lawrence does with the 2-part 'Mocking Jay' story.

Now with every great Director there is a great cast and we have already talked partly about Miss. Lawrence, now let's talk about her co-stars.

The fact that Josh is and can play such a clam and caring person is why he is fantastic as Peeta.

One of the best parts of these films are the scenes with Jennifer and Josh, be funny or serious they are always work well together which makes the scenes perfect. Now speaking of working well together, we must not forget their friends and guides Effie and Haymitch. 

Everyone knows his name, the one and only Woody Harrelson plays the former Hunger Games champion Haymitch Abernathy. Now he may drink a few (or more) glasses (or bottles) at a time but that doesn't mean he isn't kind at heart, he and Effie both care about two people, Katniss and Peeta. Woody's comedy and one liners are what really brings edgy but caring Haymitch to life.

Let's talk about Elizabeth Banks who plays the sweet and always excited Effie Trinket! Now she is happy a lot more then Haymitch acts, which is funny when they play off each other.

Stanley Tucci plays the excited and wonderful Hunger Games host Caesar Flickerman. Stanley is one of my favorite actors, he is such a class act. He brings so much talent and joy to the big screen.

Liam Hemsworth plays Katniss' long time best friend, Gale Hawthorne. A lot like his brother Chris Hemsworth aka Thor, Liam plays a very strong character. Now as tough as he can be, just like Peeta, he has one person who makes him smile aka Katniss. He isn't it the film as much as Jennifer and Josh but he is a very big part of the story.

  

 Now after talking about the wonderful people, let's talk about the one man that pretty much everyone dislikes, President Snow. Now this evil character couldn't be this bad without a great actor playing him that actor would be Donald Sutherland. The piece that I believe makes him the perfect person to play President Snow is his voice. The tone of his voice as he talks really makes you feel the power of his job as the Capitol President.

The special effects and design of this film is as always epic! You will really see the special effect at full power during the games scenes.

Make your way to the theater today to see "THE GIRL ON FIRE" in the box office hit "Hunger Games: Catching Fire".

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Thor: The Dark World Review.

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Chris Hemsworth returns as the mighty Thor in the last Marvel film of the year 'Thor: The Dark World'. In September I was able to see Chris in the racing-drama film 'Rush', that movie just like this movie shows how great of an actor Hemsworth really is. The thing that makes him good is his mix of a sense of humor and a very serious side, he really pulls you into the scenes. My favorite part of this movie is how well Chris Hemsworth and Tom Hiddleston play off each other as Thor and Loki. You can't help but laugh with these two on the screen because of their one-liners.

Tom Hiddleston as Loki always looks like he is up to something, which is perfect for the role.

Chris Hemsworth really does play the might Thor well. Take a look at comic book drawing of Thor from the older books, Chris really fits the part.

Now Jaimie Alexander returns as Lady Sif, along side Ray Stevenson and Tadanobu Asano as Volstagg and Hogun, but they are joined by a new face under an old name. Fandral who was played by Josh Dallas in the 2011 film is now played by 'Chuck' star Zachary Levi, I have to say he is a great addition to the team. The whole cast brings this film to life, making it the best out of the two Thor films.

Zachary Levi as Fandral. As you can see he truly looks the role.

'2 Broke Girls' star Kat Dennings plays the Jane's funny intern Darcy, I think her role is a stronger piece of this film than the first. 

The Dark Elves are the villain of this story. I like how they still made Loki a part of the story, but didn't repeat him as the 'villain' of the film yet.

Natalie Portman returns as Jane Foster. It was great seeing her return, since she was not in the Avengers film. 

Odin returns! Anthony Hopkins is one of my favorite actors ever. I really like how he plays Odin in these films, he works well with both Tom and Chris.

You know what I love about Marvel movies? Every time they make a new one, the special effects get better. Fight scenes really show off the effects in this film as you will see when watching. The other great part about Marvel films? Post-Credit scenes!! There are two in this film, one after the graphic credits and one after the rolling credits. SO MAKE SURE YOU STAY TIL THE VERY END!!! They are both worth it! You should also watch for easter eggs as always! This film is well worth seeing.

Once again, every movie is making me want to see the upcoming 'Avengers: Age of Ultron' more and more!! The next Marvel 'Avengers' film is the 2014 'Captain America: The Winter Solider' starring Chris Evans.

Who else can't wait for Steve Rogers to return?

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Thank you to ESSEX CINEMAS and T-REX for being the theater of choice for my movie reviews. When you are looking for the best place to check out a movie, make it ESSEX CINEMAS and T-REX at the Essex Outlets Center in Essex, VT! http://www.essexcinemas.com


The T-Rex Theater is AMAZING!!! With the 60 foot curved screen and 124 speakers which is part of 7.1 Digital Surround Sound, there are 401 extra wide luxury seats with memory-foam headrests making a movie theater trip you will never forget! T-Rex stands for “Theatre Real Extreme” 

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