Review of The Hunger Games (2012) by Karriem G — 26 Apr 2014

Terrible Cinematography, CGI, and even the acting does not save it.

This review of The Hunger Games (2012) was written by Karriem G on 26 Apr 2014.

The Hunger Games has generally received positive reviews.

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