Suzanne Collins Movies
- 2015
The second half of Suzanne Collins' final Hunger Games book is adapted in this Lionsgate production. ~ Jeremy Wheeler, Rovi
- 2014
The first half of Suzanne Collins' final Hunger Games book is adapted in this Lionsgate production. ~ Jeremy Wheeler, Rovi
- 2013
The Hunger Games saga continues in this sequel that finds a revolution brewing as Katniss Everdeen (Jennifer Lawrence) and Peeta Mellark (Josh Hutcherson) take a "Victor's Tour" of the districts, and President Snow (Donald Sutherland) plots their downfall during preparations for The Quarter Quell, which only occurs every 25 years in celebration of the Capitol's victory over the districts. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi
- Starring:
- Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, (more)
Based on the best-selling books by Suzanne Collins, THE HUNGER GAMES is the first film in the franchise. Every year in the ruins of what was once North America, the Capitol of the nation of Panem forces each of its twelve districts to send a teenage boy and girl to compete in the Hunger Games. 16- year-old Katniss Everdeen volunteers in her younger sister's place and must rely upon her sharp instincts when she'ÂÂs pitted against highly trained Tributes who have prepared their entire lives. If sheÂ's ever to return home to District 12, Katniss must make impossible choices in the arena that weigh survival against humanity and life against love.
- 2010
- NR
A desperate mother is forced to break the law in order to protect her children from her abusive ex-husband, and rely on the kindness of strangers who help battered spouses to escape their tyrannical mates via an elaborate "underground railway" system. Terrified of her abusive ex-husband Dennis but powerless to escape his brutal grasp due to a paralyzing court ruling, Jocelyn determined to shield her children from his malevolent grasp even if it means breaking the law. Later, as the selfless Jim attempts to help Jocelyn and her kids escape to a distant town where they can start a new life, the police and a shady detective hired by Dennis threaten prevent their flight from harm. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi
- 1987
In the conclusion of a two-part story, Carla's hockey goalie boyfriend Eddie LeBec (Jay Thomas) goes from a sizzling winning streak to a devastating slump. Can Carla possibly be a jinx? Elsewhere, Diane (Shelley Long) is somewhat put out when attempted-murder charges are dropped in the trial in which she served as jury foreperson. What Diane doesn't know is that her well-meaning interference caused the plaintiff to have a change of heart. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi
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