i know there are those who read books & compare the movie. 99.99% movies are never able to envision the same as books. words (books) are powerful & everyone has their own interpretation because the mind is as such.

movies are visuals way to interpret a story to a movie goer. in that aspect, well.. the hunger games is an attempt. sci fi future of the human race of the future will be difficult to tackle.

this movie has an interesting theme, unfortunately i...

Just watched the movie.

In my opinion la, the story in the beginning which is before the arena scenes is very good. I thought it was good that they talked about it every single thing in the book (except the mockingjay pin part without Madge in it).

But then in the arena, everything happened too fast. As i expected, they really didn't focus much on other tributes like what in the book (i mean, not as much as in the book). But then my friends couldn't really catch up who is who, you know what i mean

I also expected the MOST important scene between Rue and Katniss to be appeared in the movie, but then it didn't. I feel kinda disappointed with that la.

Overall it's still a good adapted film. Just that if you read the book, you'd feel slightly disappointed. I will still watch the 2nd and 3rd part of the movie.

OH and btw, Elizabeth Banks as Effie and Tucci as Caeser, THEY ARE VERY VERY GOOD. I like them.
And not to mention, I think Jennifer Lawrence is perfect for Katniss this role.

Which Katniss and Rue scene are you referring to?

I have to agree that everything happened way too fast. However, the book is originally fast paced anyway.
One thing I'm concerned about is that those who didn't read the book will have trouble following the movie. Especially the romance. I asked my friend if she understood that part and she told me she didn't.

not sure if it's spoiler but since it didn't appear in the movie...

the part when Rue saw Katniss with the mockingjay pin and because of that, she trusted Katniss.

maybe because they changed the mockingjay pin story, that's why they didn't add that scene.

I see. That part wasn't really significant to me. 
But since that was one of the parts that you were most looking forward to, you have every right to feel disappointed.

There was one scene that I was really, really, really looking forward to seeing but wasn't there. And I was almost sure that it would be in the movie too, but it wasn't. 

I never read the book, but I really enjoyed this movie.

Watched the movie this afternoon. IMO, the movie was very good. Loved it.  It stayed true to the book. There are a few faults here and there but I'm okay with it. Nothing's perfect. 

I'm not disappointed with the movie. But then again, I didn't have crippling expectations for it either. I have to admit that I am easily satisfied when it comes to movies.

Poorer version of Bella Swan? Wait, what? Are you kidding me?

Just done with the movie last night. I can say, i never read any HG novel. After I watch it's trailer 2 weeks ago, I started to borrowed my sister's book and managed to finish first novel. (will continue with 2nd n 3rd) Overall I'm satisfied with the movie, luckily i read it first so atlest i get some pictures what is all about, coz some of my friends a bit blurry keep asking me many questions...I give 8.5 out of 10!! One more thing, I noticed too many censored scenes especially the killings part, maybe it's too extreme

Just done with the movie last night. I can say, i never read any HG novel. After I watch it's trailer 2 weeks ago, I started to borrowed my sister's book and managed to finish first novel. (will continue with 2nd n 3rd) Overall I'm satisfied with the movie, luckily i read it first so atlest i get some pictures what is all about, coz some of my friends a bit blurry keep asking me many questions...I give 8.5 out of 10!! One more thing, I noticed too many censored scenes especially the killings part, maybe it's too extreme

Lol. Luckily I read the book. No wonder everyone said it was not nice. I guess because it just happened so fast. Even for me. Zoom and we are here, zoom and we are there. I guess to those who didnt read the book, it can be so boring and so confusing. But gosh, I guess I liked it since I see some of the scene which they really follow from the book.

I thought it was good. You can't really blame the movie for too fast because if they make it longer it will be draggy and they only have so much time to tell the story.

I never read the book but yea some part I couldn't understand too, especially why Katniss fell for Peeta so fast.

Lol, should I tell you the reason why? There was clue on it actually.