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Geekscape 314: The Final Toadhop Show (For Now?)!

by Jonathan

Not all good things can last and while the live shows at Toadhop have been a blast, the studio is closing up and it’s time to go another way. Geekscape will always keep trucking, as you know, but this is the last Toadhop episode for the time being. Matt Raub and Ben Dunn join Kenny and I on a classic Geekscape episode in which we review ‘Hunger Games: Catching Fire’ and ‘The Dallas Buyers Club’, talk about how you shouldn’t be missing ‘Arrow’ and that The Governor has completely reinvigorated ‘The Walking Dead’! Also, Ben talks about his love for ‘Zelda: A Link Between Worlds’, I enthusiastically support ‘Super Mario 3D World’ and Matt chooses the XBox One over the PS4… and tells us why!

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Watch The Final Trailer For ‘The Hunger Games: Catching Fire’

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: With less than one month to go until The Hunger Games: Catching Fire hits theatres, LionsGate has just debuted the final trailer for the anticipated sequel.

I wasn’t overly impressed (or impressed at all, really) with the first film in the series, but everything I’ve seen from The Hunger Games: Catching Fire has looked like a substantial improvement. I’m actually really looking forward to donning my Katniss costume on November 22nd, and jumping in line at my local cinema.

Just kidding about the costume…

Take a look at the new trailer below, and let us know if you’re excited! What did you think of last year’s The Hunger Games?

THE HUNGER GAMES: CATCHING FIRE begins as Katniss Everdeen has returned home safe after winning the 74th Annual Hunger Games along with fellow tribute Peeta Mellark. Winning means that they must turn around and leave their family and close friends, embarking on a “Victor’s Tour” of the districts. Along the way Katniss senses that a rebellion is simmering, but the Capitol is still very much in control as President Snow prepares the 75th Annual Hunger Games (The Quarter Quell) – a competition that could change Panem forever.

Three New ‘The Hunger Games: Catching Fire’ Stills Debut Online!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: The highly anticipated sequel to last year’s The Hunger Games is just over a month away from theatres, and Entertainment Weekly has just got their hands on a trio of new stills from the film.

I wasn’t overly impressed (or impressed at all, really) with the first film in the series, but everything I’ve seen from The Hunger Games: Catching Fire has looked like a substantial improvement. I’m actually really looking forward to donning my Katniss costume on November 22nd, and jumping in line at my local cinema.

Just kidding about the costume…

Take a look at the new stills below, and let us know if you’re looking forward to this one!

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THE HUNGER GAMES: CATCHING FIRE begins as Katniss Everdeen has returned home safe after winning the 74th Annual Hunger Games along with fellow tribute Peeta Mellark. Winning means that they must turn around and leave their family and close friends, embarking on a “Victor’s Tour” of the districts. Along the way Katniss senses that a rebellion is simmering, but the Capitol is still very much in control as President Snow prepares the 75th Annual Hunger Games (The Quarter Quell) – a competition that could change Panem forever.

Source: EW

SDCC 2013: Watch A New Trailer For ‘The Hunger Games: Catching Fire’

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: During this year’s incredible San Diego Comic-Con, Lionsgate debuted a fantastic new trailer for the wildly anticipated The Hunger Games: Catching Fire.

Katniss and Peeta’s incredible victory has given people something that the capitol never wanted them to have: hope. As Katniss and Peeta are the source of this hope, they clearly need to be exterminated (and in a subtle and non-obvious way). I have to say that while I didn’t love (or even really like) the first Hunger Games film, Catching Fire appears to be a much more serious, much more adult picture, and based on this new preview, I’m now quite fascinated with how things may turn out.

Take a look at the new trailer for The Hunger Games: Catching Fire below, and let us know what you think! The film stars Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, Liam Hemsworth, Elizabeth Banks, Jena Malone, Woody Harrelson, and plenty of others, and is set to hit theatres on November 22nd.

Did you manage to get into Hall H for this one? Let us know what you saw!

THE HUNGER GAMES: CATCHING FIRE begins as Katniss Everdeen has returned home safe after winning the 74th Annual Hunger Games along with fellow tribute Peeta Mellark. Winning means that they must turn around and leave their family and close friends, embarking on a “Victor’s Tour” of the districts. Along the way Katniss senses that a rebellion is simmering, but the Capitol is still very much in control as President Snow prepares the 75th Annual Hunger Games (The Quarter Quell) – a competition that could change Panem forever.

New Poster Released For ‘The Hunger Games: Catching Fire’

by Derek Kraneveldt

While I didn’t love (or even really like) The Hunger Games, its sequel is really beginning to look like one to watch out for. The first trailer for the film premiered back in April, and despite watching it with much skepticism, I have to say that I was thoroughly impressed.

Lionsgate has just revealed a new poster for the film, and it really helps solidify the fact that Katniss is a bad ass. Take a look at the image below, and let us know what you think! The Hunger Games: Catching Fire hits theatres on November 22nd! Those of you that have read the books, are you looking forward to the second film?

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THE HUNGER GAMES: CATCHING FIRE begins as Katniss Everdeen has returned home safe after winning the 74th Annual Hunger Games along with fellow tribute Peeta Mellark. Winning means that they must turn around and leave their family and close friends, embarking on a “Victor’s Tour” of the districts. Along the way Katniss senses that a rebellion is simmering, but the Capitol is still very much in control as President Snow prepares the 75th Annual Hunger Games (The Quarter Quell) – a competition that could change Panem forever.

First Trailer Released For ‘The Hunger Games: Catching Fire’

by Derek Kraneveldt

Along with a cool new clip for Iron Man 3, tonight’s MTV Movie Awards also featured the premiere of the first trailer for The Hunger Games: Catching Fire. A year after our victor’s return to their homes, President Snow forces them (and other champions) back for another round. So, I guess we can think of Catching Fire as a more violent Survivor: All Stars?

Watch the first trailer for The Hunger Games: Catching Fire below, and let us know what you think! Catching Fire hits theatres on November 22nd.

THE HUNGER GAMES: CATCHING FIRE begins as Katniss Everdeen has returned home safe after winning the 74th Annual Hunger Games along with fellow tribute Peeta Mellark. Winning means that they must turn around and leave their family and close friends, embarking on a “Victor’s Tour” of the districts. Along the way Katniss senses that a rebellion is simmering, but the Capitol is still very much in control as President Snow prepares the 75th Annual Hunger Games (The Quarter Quell) – a competition that could change Panem forever.

‘The Hunger Games: Catching Fire’ Gets Two New Images

by Derek Kraneveldt

Via the film’s official Facebook page, two new images have been released for The Hunger Games: Catching Fire. The images don’t reveal anything new about the film or its production, but are sure to please fans anyways.

Check out the images below, and let us know what you think! The Hunger Games: Catching Fire hits theatres on November 22nd.

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THE HUNGER GAMES: CATCHING FIRE begins as Katniss Everdeen has returned home safe after winning the 74th Annual Hunger Games along with fellow tribute Peeta Mellark. Winning means that they must turn around and leave their family and close friends, embarking on a “Victor’s Tour” of the districts. Along the way Katniss senses that a rebellion is simmering, but the Capitol is still very much in control as President Snow prepares the 75th Annual Hunger Games (The Quarter Quell) – a competition that could change Panem forever.

‘The Hunger Games: Catching Fire’ Shows Off First Footage!

by Derek Kraneveldt

It may only be a few seconds, but fans itching for their first taste of The Hunger Games: Catching Fire just got it. The first footage from the film has been released by MTV in a commercial for their upcoming movie awards ceremony.

The MTV Movie Awards will air live on April 14th at 9PM, and will feature the full first trailer for the film.

Watch the commercial below, and let us know what you think! Are you looking forward to Catching Fire?

The Hunger Games: Catching Fire hits theatres on November 22!

THE HUNGER GAMES: CATCHING FIRE begins as Katniss Everdeen has returned home safe after winning the 74th Annual Hunger Games along with fellow tribute Peeta Mellark. Winning means that they must turn around and leave their family and close friends, embarking on a “Victor’s Tour” of the districts. Along the way Katniss senses that a rebellion is simmering, but the Capitol is still very much in control as President Snow prepares the 75th Annual Hunger Games (The Quarter Quell) – a competition that could change Panem forever.

Check Out Four New Capitol Portraits From ‘The Hunger Games: Catching Fire’

by Derek Kraneveldt

Yesterday, Lionsgate’s Capitol Couture marketing began with our first look at Elizabeth Banks in The Hunger Games: Catching Fire. Things ramped up today, and a batch of new Capitol Portraits have been released. Check out images of Ceasar, Haymitch, Cinna, and Katniss below, and let us know what you think!

 

 

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You’ll be able to catch up with Katniss, Peeta, and the rest of the gang when The Hunger Games: Catching Fire hits theatres on November 21st!

Elizabeth Banks Featured In ‘The Hunger Games: Catching Fire’ Character Poster!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Lionsgate today launched a new campaign promoting the anticipated sequel to last year’s The Hunger Games. Capitol Couture is a faux-publication that offers us a first look at this year’s Capitol portraits. The images also look to make pretty clever character posters!

 

First up is Effie Trinket, portrayed by Elizabeth Banks. The site describes the image as “Head to heel in couture, Effie enchants in an exploding silhouette of chiffon and organza blooms. Never one to waver in her fashionable footwear, her heel-less boots are shod with a golden horse-shoe platform.”

 

Check out the portrait below, and let us know what you think! The Hunger Games: Catching Fire hits theatres on November 21st.

 

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Another portrait is set to unlock later today, so check back this evening for that one!

‘The Hunger Games: Catching Fire’ Gets Two Official Posters!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Getting hungry for Catching Fire? Just nine more months until you’ll finally get a chance to return to Panem.

 

In the meantime, Lionsgate today released the first official posters for The Hunger Games: Catching Fire. The first image features Peeta and Katniss in a propaganda style image of their ‘Victory Tour’ through Panem, while the second looks to be a very, very wide shot of that first image.

 

Take a look at the posters below, and let us know what you think! The Hunger Games: Catching Fire hits theatres on November 22nd.

 

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The Hunger Games: Catching Fire begins as Katniss has returned home safe after winning the 74th Annual Hunger Games along with fellow tribute Peeta. Winning means that they must turn around and leave their family and close friends, embarking on a “Victor’s Tour’ of the districts. Along the way Katniss senses that a rebellion is simmering, but the Capitol is still very much in control as President Snow prepares the 75th Annual Hunger Games (The Quarter Quell) – a competition that could change Panem forever.

Check Out The Teaser Poster For ‘The Hunger Games: Catching Fire’

by Derek Kraneveldt

On Sunday, Entertainment Weekly released a batch of photos from the highly anticipated The Hunger Games: Catching Fire. Today, distributor MGM followed up with an official teaser poster for the film, as well as some higher resolution versions of the EW images.

 

Check them out below!

 

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What do you think? The Hunger Games: Catching Fire opens on November 22nd.

 

THE HUNGER GAMES: CATCHING FIRE begins as Katniss Everdeen has returned home safe after winning the 74th Annual Hunger Games along with fellow tribute Peeta Mellark. Winning means that they must turn around and leave their family and close friends, embarking on a “Victor’s Tour” of the districts. Along the way Katniss senses that a rebellion is simmering, but the Capitol is still very much in control as President Snow prepares the 75th Annual Hunger Games (The Quarter Quell) – a competition that could change Panem forever.

Hungry For More ‘Hunger Games’? Check Out The First Batch Of Images From ‘Catching Fire’!

by Derek Kraneveldt

The first images for the hugely anticipated sequel to The Hunger Games have made their way online. They’ll premiere on paper in Friday’s issue of Entertainment Weekly, but are posted below for your hungry, hungry eyes.

 

Seeing as the first film raked in nearly 700-million at the box office, it’s no surprise that a rush was put on a sequel. The Hunger Games: Catching Fire follows the second book of the novel series by Suzanne Collins.

 

Check out the new images below (one being the cover of tomorrow’s EW issue), and let us know what you think! Did you like The Hunger Games? Are you looking forward to reuniting with Katniss?

 

I’ve never read the novels myself, but generally enjoyed the first film, so I’m quite looking forward to this one. Plus, Jennifer Lawrence is super-cute.

 

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The Hunger Games: Catching Fire is slated to hit theatres on November 22nd.

 

Source: EW

Lionsgate To Release ‘The Hunger Games: Mockingjay’ In Two Parts

by Scott Alminiana

In a move that will shock no one, Lionsgate announced today that they will release the third book in the Hunger Games trilogy in two-parts. The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1 will be released on November 21, 2014 and Mockingjay Part 2 will arrive on November 20, 2015. With the first sequel, Catching Fire getting ready to start shooting this fall and set for release on November 22, 2013, it means that for the next three years we will get a new Hunger Games movie just in time for Thanksgiving. Hmm, I wonder if Lionsgate’s decision to make Novemeber the release date for all of the sequels has anything to do with cornucopias and Thanksgiving? I’ll let you ponder that one.

As for Hollywood’s new trend of splitting the final book in a series into two-parts (Harry Potter and Twilight and now Hunger Games) I’m not sure if I like it or not. Is it studios wanting to do the books justice or is just a cash-grab? I’d like to think it’s the studios trying to do the books and fans the justice they need/want/deserve, but I’m inclined to think of it as just another way for Hollywood to get fans to fork up more money. I guess as long as the two-part trend keeps making studios money and fans keep enjoying the final movies then we should just get used to it.

Hunger Games and Thanksgiving go hand in hand…because people are hungry! Get it?!

Update: Phillip Seymour Hoffman Joins The Cast Of ‘The Hunger Games: Catching Fire’

by Shawn Madden

Update: Well we reported this almost a month ago and now it’s official. Variety is reporting that Lionsgate officially announced today that Phillip Seymour Hoffman is indeed joining the cast of The Hunger Games: Catching Fire. Thanks for reporting that Variety but we pretty much knew that a month ago!

Earlier today Variety’s Jeff Sneider tweeted  that Phillip Seymour Hoffman has been offered a role in the highly anticipated sequel to ‘The Hunger Games’. But what role would he be playing?

According to Wikipedia:

“In the 74th Hunger Games, he is the judge that falls into the punch bowl when Katniss shoots an arrow at the apple in the suckling pig’s mouth. In Catching Fire, he is the new Head Gamemaker following the execution of Seneca Crane. He is later shown to be the leader of the rebellion movement in the Districts, and is the mastermind behind the plan to break the tributes out of the arena in Catching Fire.”

‘The Hunger Games: Catching Fire’ is set to hit theaters November 22, 2013.