Mockingjay Part 2 / 4-Film Collection Blu-Ray Review

Mockingjay Part 2 is already out on digital release, but fans can own it on Blu-Ray TOMORROW, March 22nd. Deciding whether you buy the Blu-Ray or the full 4 Film Collection depends on how much you want to spend, honestly. Everything that's on the Mockingjay Part 2 Blu-ray also exists in the 4 film collection and then some. Let's go over what is in the 4 Film Collection that you cannot get anywhere else.

4-Film Collection

• 12 Deleted Scenes from The Hunger Games
• 1 Deleted Scenes from Catching Fire
• 2 Featurettes "Picturing Panem" and "Capitol Cuisine"

The above is content that is completely new. When you buy the 4 Film Collection you are not only getting all the films, but also the many special features that each movie came with. If you're a superfan, you probably have seen all these special features already. However it might be worth it for you just for these deleted scenes from the older movies. When navigating the menu on the 4 Film special features disc, each brand new feature will have "never-before-seen" attached to it.

I highly recommend getting the 4 Film collection for those that have been fans since the first film. The fandom was pretty outraged when we got no deleted scenes on the first Blu-Ray. Sources we talked to kept saying "the version Gary showed us was pretty much the version we went with". We knew that was probably an exaggeration and that Lionsgate was holding on to something for a box set version of the movies in the future. Now that we are here, we are quite glad that fans are able to finally see these deleted scenes, OF WHICH THERE ARE MANY, and get a little closure on the deleted scene fiasco in 2012. 

We live and breathe special features, and it's never too much in our opinion. We wish that there were more "extra" special features to be had in this box set, but the reality might just be that is all that was shot. Still, we are grateful that we have the opportunity to own a complete collection of every single Hunger Games film and special features.

Mockingjay Part 2 Blu-Ray

At the very least fans should be getting Mockingjay Part 2 on Blu-Ray. There are some great special features and quite a challenge for fans looking for Easter Eggs. We always report on how to access the Blu-Ray Easter Egg, and this one has three deleted scenes hidden in it. To access the Mockingjay Part 2 Easter Egg, you can check it out HERE.

Audio Commentary

As always the Blu-Ray offers audio commentary from Francis Lawrence and Nina Jacobson. For those fans wanting to learn everything they can about behind the scenes information on Part 2, definitely don't miss the commentary. They touch on aspects that are in the book that aren't in the film, citing reasons to why they couldn't. Some interesting facts are that the main reason the wedding happens in the film is that they didn't want to deny fans of that moment. As much as they were dying to put more Johanna in the film they could not for fear of the film losing momentum. A lot of insight into Katniss' character going into this last film. Fans who are anxious to learn more will definitely enjoy the audio commentary.

Pawns No More

This 8-Part documentary is a lot of behind the scenes action in Mockingjay Part 2. They spend a lot of it talking about the story of The Hunger Games as a whole, so it takes awhile before it starts getting into the interesting bits of production. There are some cool things to see such as stunts, explosions, the sets, effects, etc. There is a lot to see, and maybe I am spoiled by 3 hour special feature Blu-Rays, but it seems like the Mockingjay Part 1 Blu-Ray documentary caught a lot more action and on set shenanigans than in Mockingjay Part 2. This could just be a logistics issue, maybe they just didn't have the time or means to capture as many moments for part two seeing how they filmed the whole Mockingjay story at once. Having said that, the documentary is still a great addition to the special features Lionsgate has come out with for every film. Fans will love watching Pawns No More, and maybe even tear up at the very sentimental conclusion of the documentary. 

Featurettes

Featurettes include "Photographic Journey", "Secrets of the Mockingjay Armor", "Panem on Display" and "Jet to the Set". If you haven't been to The Hunger Games Exhibition, "Panem on Display" is a nifty section to watch. If you have been, it won't be anything new to you. My favorite of the featurettes is "Secrets of the Mockingjay Armor". They do talk about it in Mockingjay Part 1 special features, but I can't get over how spectacularly they build the Mockingjay suit for accuracy and function. It gives fans a little more information than mentioned in the Part 1 special features about how they developed the suit and the changes it went through. "Jet to the Set" is exclusive to the Blu-Ray, but it is not our cup of tea. It looks like a tourism video, a very celebrity Hollywood look at filming spots in Atlanta and things to do there. It does not really feel like a special feature, more so a very Capitol presentation of Atlanta. But hey, some people are into that. 

What do?

What do indeed, tributes. Luckily there are tons of ways to own either the 4 Film Collection or just the Mockingjay Part 2 Blu-Ray digitally. There are tons of options on the official site HERE. Personally, I prefer physical Blu-Rays that include a digital copy of what you're getting. I recommend getting the 4-Film collection because not only does it provide you with all the films, special features, plus even more special features, but also gives you codes to own everything digitally. Either way, you're getting some awesome special features to enjoy in addition to Mockingjay Part 2. Enjoy!

Mockingjay Part 2 Blu-Ray EASTER EGG! - Complete code list!

Here we are again, another Blu-Ray release means another hunt for hidden easter eggs!

Thanks to Quarter Quell and @SnowMustFall for figuring out how to access the hidden deleted scenes. In addition to your Mockingjay Part 2 Blu-Ray (out March 22nd, though some have had it sent early), you're also going to need the Mockingjay Part 1 Blu-Ray.

When you put the Part 2 Blu-Ray in, click the BLUE button on your remote during Lionsgate logo when the top menu animation begins. Keep pressing it until something happens and the above image will show up. You will be given three random character codes to input. Each code is for an extra deleted scene.

These codes can be found on Mockingay Part 1 Blu-ray. It's a combination of codes on the side of the menu that cycle through character stills on both the rebel menu and the capitol menu. There's also a chance you might get Antonius, which can only be found on the pop-up menu when the movie is playing.

We've spared you the trouble of restarting your blu-ray over and over by providing you guys with a complete list of all the character codes:

Katniss - DK498T
Egeria - 5PC4WT
Gale - JH3491
Haymitch - W0DH5N
Caesar Flickerman - KM603E
Prim - MGK67I
Annie - D0438K
Paylor - C0MRD8
Castor - GJ09WN
Plutarch - HU43IU
Coin - 56M74H
Peeta - HJ4306
Mrs. Everdeen - 6U78HG
Snow - T59B4R
Cressida - C8S51D
Effie - FE7RK8
Finnick - P09RFM
Boggs - 49FQ6X
Beetee - O8ER3M
Pollux - SQ3994
Johanna - 5O0YU3
Mesalla - 38KG04
Antonius - 9LNV72
Buttercup - 9BTCP9

Unlocking the three character codes gets you three deleted scenes:

1. Katniss video chat with Haymitch - "We made a deal to save him, remember?"

2. Star Squad looting for food in Capitol apartment

3. Katniss sewing up Gale's wound, Tigris' basement

If you guys are interested in how to access Easter Eggs on the other THG Blu-Rays, check them out here:

The Hunger Games
Catching Fire
Mockingjay Part 1

We'll be releasing reviews of the Blu-Ray and 4 Film Collection once we comb through all the new features so stay tuned...

The Hunger Games Exhibition - San Francisco

The Hunger Games Exhibition is in San Francisco! It's been open since February, and the engagement has been pushed back to sometime in July. That means fans have four months left to enjoy what is, in my opinion, the greatest Hunger Games experience for fans out there. It won't stay there forever, so we highly recommend check out the exhibit for yourself. It's highly interactive, educational, and a nice trip down memory lane for long time fans. It's also located at the beautiful Palace of Fine Arts, a sight to see in itself.

Check out photos from the exhibit. For those who plan on going....um.....spoilers?

Introduction of the tour. Projected schematics from Production Designer Phil Messina.

Join Us for a Hunger Games Marathon!

In celebration of the Blu-ray, DVD, and Digital release for The Hunger Games The Complete 4 Film Collection and The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2, Lionsgate has given us 5 TICKETS to give away for their marathon event on Sunday, March 20 at the Egyptian Theatre.

DO NOT SIGN UP IF YOU CAN'T GO. Tickets go to the first 5 people to sign up at the link HERE. All tickets are gone! There will be a standby line, but entrance is not guaranteed!

May the odds be ever in your favor!

Event Details:
10am Arrivals. Peeta’s Bakery will be serving in the Courtyard
11am: The Hunger Games
1:20pm - 1:45pm: Break
1:45pm: The Hunger Games: Catching Fire
4:15pm - 5:15pm: Lunch & Red Carpet Arrivals
5:15pm - 6:15pm: Q+A with members of the Cast
6:15pm - 6:30pm: Break
6:30pm: The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1
8:35pm - 8:50pm: Special The Hunger Games Costume Contest
8:50pm: The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2

Mockingjay Part 2 Blu-Ray and EPIC Box Set Details!

Four-Film Collection

HOLY SPECIAL FEATURES BATMAN!

Here are all the details on the Mockingjay Part 2 Blu-Ray/DVD and the 4 Film Collection Box Set Blu-Ray/DVD coming out in March. The digital versions of each come out March 8th and the Blu-Ray/DVD combos come out March 22nd.

Check out the Blu-Ray trailer:



The special features for The Hunger Games Blu-Rays over the years have always been plentiful since Francis Lawrence came on board. Mockingjay Part 1 set a precedent for SPECTACULAR physical effects and putting lots of content for fans. Not only is there the usual lengthy documentary about all aspects of making the film, but the 4 Film Collection has all the deleted scenes that was mysteriously absent on the first Hunger Games Blu-Ray. Check out all these features!!

THE HUNGER GAMES: MOCKINGJAY - PART 2 BLU-RAY / DVD / DIGITAL HD SPECIAL FEATURES*  

• Audio Commentary with Director Francis Lawrence and Producer Nina Jacobson  

• “Pawns No More: Making The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 2” 8-Part Documentary**  

• Walking Through Fire (Concluding the Saga) o Real or Not Real (Visual Design)  

• High-Value Targets (The Acting Ensemble)  

• From Head to Toe (Costume, Make-up & Hair) o Navigating the Minefield (Production in Atlanta, Paris & Berlin)  

• Collateral Damage (Stunts, Special Effects & Weapons) o Tightening the Noose (The Post-Production Process)  

• A Different World (Reflections) 

•  The Hunger Games: A Photographic Journey  

• Cinna’s Sketchbook: Secrets of the Mockingjay Armor  

• Panem on Display: The Hunger Games: The Exhibition  

• Jet to the Set**

 *Subject to Change
**Exclusive to Blu-ray/ Digital HD

THE HUNGER GAMES COMPLETE 4-FILM COLLECTION BLU-RAY / DVD SPECIAL FEATURES*  

• Over 14 Hours of Bonus Content Including: 
•  12 Never-Before-Seen Deleted Scenes from The Hunger Games  

•  6 Deleted Scenes from The Hunger Games: Catching Fire – Including 1 Never Before Seen 

•  9 Deleted Scenes from The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 1 

• 2 All-New Featurettes: “Picturing Panem” and “Capitol Cuisine”  

• 70 Additional Featurettes (Blu-ray); 69 Additional Special Featurettes (DVD) 

• Audio Commentaries, Music Videos and More 

The Hunger Games Complete 4-Film Collection will be available on Blu-ray and DVD for the suggested retail price of $64.97 and $54.98, respectively.

You can Pre-Order at Amazon for the Part 2 Blu-Ray, DVD, 4-Film Collection Blu-Ray, and DVD.

Check out the full press releases for the Mockingjay Part 2 Blu-Ray and the 4-Film Collection for more details!

The Girl Who Was On Fire Giveaway!

Looks like we have one more giveaway in celebration of Mockingjay Part 2! This giveaway is brought to you by Smart Pop Books, known for books such as The Girl Who Was on Fire and The Panem Companion!

Back when The Hunger Games franchise was young, we didn't have any movies to go crazy over. We spent our time chatting with fans, having discussions, and reading what few resource books were available. If you haven't had a chance to read The Girl Who Was on Fire and The Panem Companion, we highly recommend you do so ESPECIALLY if you are a Hunger Games super fan.

1 winner will receive prize pack including:

                                           -The Girl Who Was On Fire

                                           - The Panem Companion

                                           - Complete Set of District Buttons

Contest ends on Dec. 9th midnight PST, winner must respond to email within 24 hours to claim prize. We will give a heads up on our twitter when the email will be going out.

US and Canada residents only.

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Mockingjay Pt2 Countdown - Chapter 27

Chapter 27

We're almost to the end of Mockingjay and our countdown, and as the movie draws nearer, we're at a chapter that we're anxious to see on film.

After Katniss kills Coin, she's taken to her old room in the Training Center as her trial goes on without her. Will we see Katniss's trial? Will she be there or will they hold her in the room like in the book? So many questions about how this part of the book has translated to the movie, and we haven't had any indication either way. Since the books are limited to Katniss's POV and the movies aren't, we could very well see the discussion about what to do with her.

Eventually, Haymitch takes her home to District 12. He's charged with looking after her since her mother will not be coming home. Katniss struggles to look after herself, only eating when Greasy Sae comes over to cook for her. She comes across Peeta when he finally arrives back in District 12. He's planting evening primrose in her yard in memory of Prim. Katniss finds out Gale won't be coming back. For the sake of pacing in film, this might not be as dragged out in the book. It's likely Peeta may come back with Katniss and Katniss finds out that Gale won't be coming back sooner.

Katniss tries to go hunting, but she's too weak. Buttercup shows up when she comes back, and Katniss yells at the cat that Prim isn't coming back. We're praying this scene makes it to the movie as it resonates with a lot of fans. This triggers the beginnings of Katniss's recovery. Afterwards, she speaks with her mother and Dr. Aurelius on the phone. Katniss decides to fill a book with memories of the people she's lost and does so with help from Peeta and Haymitch. It would be a nice touch to see it in the movie.

At the end of the chapter, she reveals that she and Peeta fall in love:

So after, when he whispers, “You love me. Real or not real?” 

I tell him, “Real.”

Cue intense crying and sobbing from everyone in the audience. Probably.

Next up on our Countdown, we'll have the infamous Epilogue to lead us into the release of The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2.

#MockingjayPart2 Lionsgate and Fandango Giveaway!

Hello tributes! We've got exciting news about a giveaway celebrating the release of Mockingjay Part 2 and our 5 year anniversary as a fansite! It's been a long and fun road these past few years, and we are thrilled to give fans a chance to win some rad stuff here at the end of the franchise. Thanks so much to both Lionsgate and FANDANGO for giving us sweet prizes to make this giveaway all the more epic.

Here is what you can win:

Grand Prize:

·         The Hunger Games DVD Pack – The Hunger Games, Catching Fire & Mockingjay Part - 1
·         1 Mockingjay Part - 2 Gold Pin
·         1 Black Revolution Leaders Pin
·         1 Final Katniss Poster
·         1 IMAX Katniss Poster
·         1 Faces of the Revolution Poster (Peeta, Gale, OR Katniss to be selected randomly)

FANDANGO prizes:

1 pair of Fandango tickets to see Mockingjay Part 2
        (we're giving away 2 sets of tickets!)


ENTER BELOW. Prizes to be shipped by Lionsgate, so U.S. only! Contest ends November 23rd, 2015 @ 12:00 am





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May the odds be EVER in your favor!

Chapter 26: The Mockingjay Deal

We are almost at the end! Today we will be discussing Chapter 26: The Mockingjay Deal. In the aftermath of Katniss' confusion about who was really behind the bomb, she reverts heavily to her District 13 habits. She is far worse now than ever, and the notion that the rebels are behind the worst act of all is likely sending Katniss into insanity. It'll be interesting to see if they include Haymitch's MEGA HARSH quip when Katniss tries to confide in him. “More boy trouble?”

To me, the aftermath of everything is the most interesting and important part of Mockingjay. Suzanne Collins' whole point of writing this series was to illustrate the destruction and reality of war. The aftermath of war is lack of closure, consequences, war tribunals, and finally-- recovery. There's a ton happening all at once at this point in the story: Katniss grieving and trying hold on to sanity, finding out the rebels were probably the guilty party, slipping further into insanity, prepping for Snow's execution, and all of a sudden having to make a what will be an earth-shattering decision. A final Hunger Games.

Five years ago, we started on tumblr (we were fuckyeahdistrict12 haha) and The Hunger Games community was pretty small. All we really had to go on was fan art and book discussion. The topic we talked about the most by far was The Mockingjay Deal. It's quite a shocker to see that Katniss voted yes... for Prim, and although most everyone has a similar theory, many young readers often asked why she said yes. Katniss knows for sure at that moment who was behind the parachutes, what kind of leader Coin is, and that “nothing has changed.” It's the last thing Katniss needs to hear to make her final decision. Besides, Katniss isn't planning on being around much longer anyway. Gotta admit, this whole section is what I'm most anxious to see. Will we get to see a trial? How will the Mockingjay Deal scene happen? We're almost a week away from finding out!

Mockingjay Part 2 Fan Appreciation Event & VR Experience

If you follow us on Twitter/Instagram, you remember that last Saturday, we went to the Fan appreciation Event at the Samsung Studios in LA, where they showed us the new "Real" clip after a short Q&A with Jen, Josh and Liam hosted by Josh Horowitz. Now you can watch video of it!



In addition to the Q&A and other cool stuff, we also got to check out the Samsung Hunger Games Virtual Reality Experience, which was AMAZING. Even more amazing, it's now on youtube!



Some info:

This VR video is a brand new kind of video that gives you a sense of depth in every direction so you feel like you’re actually there. You are able to immerse yourself in a 360° narrative that explores key moments from throughout Katniss’ journey, across all four films in the series. Soar through iconic environments and scenes from throughout Panem, encountering your favorite characters and witnessing the global phenomenon from within.

When watching on desktop, be sure to 'click and drag' on the video, or use your keyboards arrow keys to explore in 360° space. The exciting new feature also allows users to view 360 degree 3D content using the Google Cardboard viewing device. The VR app is available for download via iOS and Android.

Chapter 25: A Creature as Unquenchable as the Sun

“A creature as unquenchable as the sun.

A fire mutt knows only a single sensation: agony. No sight, no sound, no feeling except the unrelenting burning of flesh. Perhaps there are periods of unconsciousness, but what can it matter if I can't find refuge in them? I am Cinna's bird, ignited, flying frantically to escape something inescapable. The feathers of flame that grow from my body. Beating my wings only fans the blaze. I consume myself, but to no end.”

We continue our Mockingjay Part 2 Countdown with Chapter 25 in which Katniss has a dream in her unconscious and damaged state after the parachutes go off in the City Circle.

I can't even begin to make a decision on whether or not Francis chose to adapt Katniss' dream post parachutes, but I have always gravitated towards the imagery Suzanne created during this dream sequence. It's not exactly a necessary scene, but it is good representation of Katniss letting go of Prim using all the symbolism we've come to be familiar with this far in to the story. As for this showing up in the film, I wouldn't hold my breath but at the same time I would never doubt Francis to make it happen.

Although I chose to spotlight Katniss' dream, this is by no means the most important event in this chapter. Hoooo not by a long shot! When Katniss awakes, she becomes aware of the situation and the precious thing she has lost. She doesn't talk, and relapses back to her old habits of climbing in small spaces, mentally reminding herself of who she is. Then Katniss walks into Snow's rose garden and they proceed to have THAT conversation.

I for one am extremely interested to see how the film will handle this scene and the overall perception of Coin's character given the almost friendly characterization of her in Mockingjay Part 1. There is so much aftermath after the parachutes, the whole event surrounding Coin and her actions is just one of a few important events I hope are dealt with very accurately. I'm not too worried though, Francis Lawrence always has a great handle on what makes these books important and adapting them appropriately.

The Mockingjay App Relaunch/Update

Lionsgate has relaunched The Mockingjay App (Powered by Samsung). Download the app if you don't have it (Apple or Google Play) or update your existing app to get new features!

CAPITOL CAMOUFLAGE - Use face recognition technology to snap a selfie with the red Mockingjay face paint. There are also dozens of pre-set makeup effects inspired by Effie Trinket and her Capitol looks, so fans can mimic the extravagant fashions from the films. There are more than 100 billion(!) possible makeup combinations.

 Check out some examples from our team:

GRAFFITI MARKS - Post AR graffiti anywhere in the real world, featuring new designs and taglines like the 3-finger salute, Katniss on the throne, the Revolution.pn logo and more. Graffiti can be easily shared and geo-tagged on a world map so other fans can find your mark.

Of course many of the original app's features are still available too like the augmented reality 3D hovercraft (as featured in our post here).

Let us know what you think of the app!

2 New Mockingjay Part 2 TV Spots!

We have a month to go until the movie comes out, so these TV spots are probably the start of a whole bunch of Mockingjay things! Are you ready?

FINAL BATTLE

HER STORY

Mockingjay Part 2 Countdown: The Girl in the Lemon Coat (Chapter 24)

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Chapter 24

*Spoilers! Well, I don't say it outright but just to be safe...

If there is any chapter that defines what this series is truly about, it is Chapter 24 of Mockingjay. In it you will find some of the most gruesome and horrifying scenes ever to grace the pages of a young adult series. When I started getting into The Hunger Games, I read somewhere that Suzanne Collins doesn't write kids books, she writes about war for kids. War and PTSD was something she dealt with as a child, and wanted to give kids an idea of what war is truly like especially for those in need of understanding it. Not just the horrible unimaginable stuff, but aftermath, closure, PTSD, grief, guilt, and frankly, reality. This is what these books are about, and it is this chapter that fully encompasses what a battlefield is truly like.

Before shots are fired, Katniss and Gale are disguised and walking with displaced refugees towards Snow's mansion. Funny how five years after Mockingjay was published the current relevancy of this scene. Katniss then slows down because she catches the eye of a little girl in a lemon coat. This little girl repeatedly sticks in Katniss' mind, which is something I too always remember most about this scene. I've always thought the girl in the lemon coat was a nod to the little red coat girl in Schindler's List. Seemed oddly appropriate given the themes of war and oppression in The Hunger Games. It's this reference (which I'm not even sure was done on purpose) that inspired my above graphite drawing. The lemon coat girl is an omen for Katniss. She is scared that this little girl knows who she is and their cover will be blown. Actually, it is this precise moment that the rebels break through and cause the gun fire and panic. They're not shooting people on purpose, they are aiming for the peacekeepers. But the casualties are tremendous. The battlefield has begun and the innocent civilians are caught in the middle. The lemon coat girl bends over her companion who has been shot. As Katniss sees this, the girl is gunned down and the image of her little lemon coat covered in her own blood is a horrifying image that Katniss has trouble shaking repeatedly. The constant implication that the rebels are not the good guys, that this little girl probably reminds her of Prim, and the societal truth that Panem is covered in the blood of its children are all things that run through Katniss' mind in this moment. Unfortunately, it's just the beginning.

After the gunfire, three pods go off in succession as Katniss and Gale are traversing through the streets as fast as possible. The first is a boiling hot substance that basically liquefies everyone in its path, and the second occurs right when Katniss and Gale turn a corner, which they narrowly miss. It's a purple light that causes people's blood to explode out of their orifices. Actually, it's not too far off from chemical warfare. Lastly, right before Katniss reaches the City Circle the ground gives way. Katniss describes the smell as many corpses on a hot summer day, and anyone not smart and/or strong enough to hold onto doorknobs fall helplessly into the abyss. As Katniss finds refuge on a light post, that's when she sees the shield made of Capitol children. The hovercraft, the parachutes, the “undersized body parts”, the medics, HER, and then the snare trap. And it's over.

How will Francis Lawrence deal with all this gruesome violence and war? As accurately as a PG-13 film in 2015 will allow is my guess. Francis is a big believer in honoring the text Suzanne wrote and he understands the importance of the story of war being told. This chapter is understandably upsetting, but it is sadly the reality of war and these kinds of things have happened. The scores of rotting corpses, chemical warfare, refugees, civilian casualties, these are all real. Francis will honor the books without being too gratuitous, but I think the horror and violence portrayed will be enough to serve its purpose.

Next week..... The aftermath....

New HQ Mockingjay Part 2 stills

Thanks to QuarterQuell.org, we've got new HQ stills of the Star Squad, Katniss and Johanna, Cressida and her crew, and Finnick! Click to enlarge.

Hunger Games News Roundup

We've got some little bits of news here and there that we thought we'd put them all in a nice round-up post!

First off, check out this sweet new IMAX poster, debuted by Wired! Generally, IMAX posters tend to be more artistic and creatively designed and this one is no different.

Next up, another video from the Camp Mockingjay interview with Josh Horowitz has been released, this time with Josh and Jennifer recreating the nightlock scene in The Hunger Games with roles reversed!

Lastly, the event mentioned in the Samsung/Lionsgate press release with the VR experience debut in New York started today, with Jena Malone in attendance at the party. See the invitation below for details.

According to QuarterQuell.org, the full VR experience will be available for download on Monday for the Samsung Gear VR, if you have that sort of thing, and will eventually be available for iOS, Android, and Oculus Rift.

Mockingjay Part 2 Final Trailer

Goosebumps!

Mockingjay Part 2 in this week's Entertainment Weekly

In case you haven't noticed today, press for Mockingjay Part 2 has begun! If any of the other features are as hilarious as the Camp Mockingjay one, then we're probably going to be laughing (when we're not too busy crying about it) all the way to opening night!

This week's Entertainment Weekly features an interview with Jennifer, Josh and Liam and a bunch of new stills from the movie. Check out the a preview of the article:

It’s time to say goodbye to The Girl on Fire. Part political allegory, part family saga, the Hunger Games franchise has already generated over $2.3 billion, proving that young adult adaptations can be substantive, and — most of all — that a blockbuster action-hero doesn’t need to have a Y chromosome.

But as much as these movies have influenced Hollywood (and millions of global fans), their greatest impact has been on their three leads: Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, and Liam Hemsworth. They each entered the Games as relative unknowns, as wary of celebrity as Katniss was of the Capitol. But through the years, the actors — most notably now Oscar-winner Lawrence — have matured into major movie stars and have come to terms with the power of fame. “Jennifer realized at a certain point, that if people are going to be listening to you, you’d better have something to say,” says series producer Nina Jacobson.

The fourth and final installment, Mockingjay – Part 2 (out Nov. 20) opens in District 13. The propaganda campaign that filled most of Mockingjay – Part 1 has been predominantly successful with the exception of President Snow (Donald Sutherland) punishing Katniss by brainwashing her partner in crime Peeta Mellark (Hutcherson) before sending him back to District 13 to kill her. Part 2 opens with Katniss in a neck brace, recovering from Peeta’s Tracker-Jacker induced attack, and contemplating how she will enact her revenge on Snow. Meanwhile, under the watchful eye of President Coin (Julianne Moore), the rebels — including Gale Hawthorne (Hemsworth) — are making last preparations for their mission to topple the Capitol once and for all. It’s been a long run-up to the final battle, which finds the three leads, their camera crew and a few key allies engaged in warfare inside the booby-trapped hub of Panem. Returning director Francis Lawrence promises it won’t disappoint. “When you get to the end, you just feel the entire history of what these characters have been through,” he says. “It’s part of what makes this movie all the more satisfying.”

So with a three-finger salute, EW sat down poolside at a Beverly Hills hotel with Hemsworth, 25, Hutcherson, 22, and Lawrence, 25, to reflect on it all.

Interview Excerpts:

On being part of a cultural phenomenon:
HUTCHERSON When you see the tons of people screaming and going crazy… I have the same problem that Peeta does of distinguishing reality from not reality. So for me, that’s not real. It seems so strange.
LAWRENCE It’s like you’re an avatar of yourself.
HEMSWORTH You get back into the car after a premiere and it’s dead silent and you’re like…
LAWRENCE “I’m glad that’s over.”

Their friendship:
LAWRENCE If we had met each other in any different circumstance, we would still be best friends. And our love is as close to unconditional as it gets because there’s no fear between us because we love each other so much. There’s no fear in our love.

And the scene they were most worried about shooting on their epic 152-day Mockingjay shoot.
LAWRENCE I was excited about the scene at the end of the movie when I shoot my arrow—I won’t give it away— because when I was doing my archery training at age 20, that was always the scene I pictured. Five years ago I used to look at a stack of hay and pretend that it was this moment, and now it is here.

How was your aim?
LAWRENCE It was CGI, so let’s just say I nailed it.
HEMSWORTH You were particularly nervous about the singing scene [from Part 1]. We all know that.
HUTCHERSON It’s so stupid. You’re such a great singer.
HEMSWORTH She was so worried about it, I assumed that she must have a bad voice. And she did it and I’m like, “Jen, it’s actually good.” She’s like, “Shut up!”
LAWRENCE I only snapped at you because who else was I gonna snap at?
HEMSWORTH No, I know. I’m your punching bag, man. Don’t worry about it.
LAWRENCE But I can never be yours. Don’t you dare start thinking that’s a two way street.
HUTCHERSON For me it was the scene where Peeta had to freak out and lose his mind. I was more excited than nervous, but then right before we shot, I realized I hadn’t planned on what the hell I was going to do. And then they say “Action.” You’re like “Ah!” And you just kind of do it.
LAWRENCE But that’s always when you do your best because then you’re not thinking. You’re just feeling. Ugh! I meant that when I said it, but I realized how douchey it sounded so I just had to turn it into a joke.

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