The nation of Panem, formed from North America, consists of a wealthy Capitol and twelve poorer surrounding districts. As a punishment for a previous rebellion against the Capitol by the districts, one boy and one girl between the ages of 12 and 18 from each district are selected by an annual reaping to participate in the Hunger Games. The tributes of the Hunger Games must fight to the death in an arena controlled by the Capitol until only one remains alive; the victor is rewarded with fame and wealth. Primrose Everdeen is a 12 year old girl from District 12, and in her first Reaping, is selected by the reaping. Her 16-year-old sister Katniss everdeen volunteers to take the place of her younger sister in the 74th Annual Hunger Games. Peeta Mallark, a baker's son who once gave Katniss bread when her family was starving, was also selected.
The director of the fantastic film was Gary Ross, and was based the the best selling book series by Suzanne Collins. The film was released on March 21, 2012, in France and other countries and internationally on March 23, 2012.( Now it is available on DVD )It is the first film since Avatar to remain in first place at the North American box office for four continuous weekends.
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