Review of The Hunger Games (2012) by Russell L — 25 Mar 2016

Execution of the effects was paltry and underwhelming.

This review of The Hunger Games (2012) was written by Russell L on 25 Mar 2016.

The Hunger Games has generally received positive reviews.

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