Here's what I have to say about the Hunger Games. Never read the books so I didn't know what to expect. I knew it was about a tournament in which 24 kids and teens killed each other but boy I did not expect the level of blood, violence and death. This coming from a guy that is not squeamish about watching action and war movies full of everything listed above including gore. Besides that it was a good movie.

Absolutely great. Really takes into a world that could happen. Follows the book extremely well. Pacing is excellent, and characters are outstanding. Looking forward to more character develoipment as the book series continues.

I thought they stuck to the book very well. They changes they made were very miner and even if you haven't read the books you will love the action and the bravery of these kids. It's a must see!!!!!

As a big fan of the books, sometimes you worry about how faithful a movie can be to its predecessor. With Gary Ross' "The Hunger Games", those fears are removed almost entirely. He's provided us with one of the truest and enjoyable adaptations I've seen in years. Dramatic and bold, the horrific premise of the story is given even more of an emotional backbone as you are actually witnessing these atrocities for yourself. Katniss is splendidly played by Jennifer Lawrence and the other actors shine in their given roles as well. This is a must see even if you haven't picked up the original by Suzanne Collins. 9/10 for being as close to perfect without overstepping it (and I don't rate that score often!)

The Hunger Games was a good movie but could have been great! The cast that was picked is excellent and embodies what I pictured in the book well. Where this movie disappointed me was in the details. Yes, I know that you cannot put the entire book in the movie so it is ok to edit out minor details. But the dialogue was not even close to what was said in the book, making the story less recognizable. Also, important scenes in the arena, for instance the entire time the two main Katniss and Peeta spent hiding in the cave, was completely glossed over. This is unfortunate because Katniss and Peeta's feelings for each other really came to light during that point in the book and is very important to future films. This is a "must go" for non-readers and a "so-so" or "go" for people who are expecting the books to come to life.