September 30, 2012

Catching Fire Filming Update: Capitol Chocolates Delivered Plus More Set Pics from the Swan House

Here are some Catching Fire filming set pics for you guys. Mainly, these are from the Swan House, it will be President Snow's home in Catching Fire where a Victory Tour banquet will be held for Peeta and Katniss. Also, Tampa Bay Times has reported that Capitol chocolate (made by William Dean) for Catching Fire is already delivered on the set (perhaps in the Swan House). If you have read the books, I'm sure you already know that the banquet is full of delicious food and desserts - that Katniss and Peeta have not seen before.

Note: I don't own any of these images.





September 27, 2012

Catching Fire Full Cast Revealed; Know The Mystery Woman

Lionsgate has finally revealed the full cast of "The Hunger Games: Catching Fire." The announcement was made through catchingfirecasting.com. A lot of fans have been disappointed to know that the mystery woman is none other than Mrs. Everdeen, Katniss' mother, which was and will continue be played by Paula Malcomson. So what's with Lionsgate? Why they decided to let the fandom go crazy over the mystery woman when it is only Mrs. Everdeen? I mean she is not a new character so why they hid her face since catchingfirecasting.com was made? I actually thought it was Annie and now I don't know how to picture the movie without her cameo or short appearance on the film. A lot of fans will be totally disappointment if Annie won't be featured when Finnick reads a short poem for her or maybe some flashbacks of her in the arena (the jabberjay attacks). Anyway, here are the newly announced cast of Catching Fire:







September 25, 2012

President Snow is Back for Catching Fire; Donald Sutherland Spotted Wearing a New President Look in Atlanta

Imnotobsessed.com has published several photos of Donald Sutherland as President Snow in Atlanta. Looking at the picture, the president has a new look. His hair is now shorter and it looks like it is the scene where he will announce the Third Quarter Quell. I bet this was shot in the Swan House.

Note: Click on the image to see it in full size.



Behind the Scene Images from The Hunger Games DVD Special Features

Here are several slideshows of behind the scenes images in making the Hunger Games. These pics were taken from the special features of the Hunger Games DVD. Enjoy.

The Hunger Games Behind the Scenes - The Arena




HG BTS - Arena

The Hunger Games Behind the Scenes - The Reaping

HG BTS - The Reaping
The Hunger Games Behind the Scenes - The Capitol/Control Room

HG BTS - Capitol Shots/Control Room

The Hunger Games Behind the Scenes - The Crew/Random

HG BTS - Crew & Random

The Hunger Games Behind the Scenes - District 12(including the Bread Scene/Woods

HG BTS - District 12

The Hunger Games Behind the Scenes - Designs & Concepts Including the Creatures (Mutts & Tracker Jackers)

HG BTS - Designs & Concepts

The Hunger Games Behind the Scenes - The Interview
HG BTS - The Interview

The Hunger Games Behind the Scenes - The Training Center/Actor Training

HG BTS - Training Center/Actors Training

The Hunger Games Behind the Scenes - The Weapons

HG BTS - Weapons

Catching Fire to Film in Clayton County International Park

The Atlanta Journal Constitution (AJC) has recently published an article on their website about the positive economic impact of filming Catching Fire on their state. The recent press release revealed that Catching Fire will be filmed in a man-made water park known as “The Beach” in Clayton County's International Park. "The Beach" was the beach volleyball venue for the 1996 Olympics. Accordingly, "The Beach" is already transformed for the Catching Fire set. The filming will took place from October to November 2012.

Here are a couple of images of "The Beach" at the Clayton County International Park from different sources. I do not own any of these images. Looking at the pictures, I can already see that they will film the Cornucopia bloodbath here. 


New Photo of the Justice Building for Catching Fire Revealed

Jeff Holmes posted a pic on his Twitter of the almost finished Justice Building for Catching Fire in Atlanta. Previously, an image of an unfinished Justice Building has also spread on the net. You can see this picture here (at the bottom of the page). He revealed that the Reaping scene will be filmed at the Goat Farm. You can learn more about the Catching Fire filming locations by visiting this page.

the Justice Building in Goat Farm, Atlanta
What do you think? You think that the Reapings for other districts other than 12 will also be filmed?

Jena Malone in the Thick for Catching Fire Training

MTV has chatted with Jena Malone, our very own Johanna Mason, during the 2012 Emmy Awards. She mentioned about her excitement and training for Catching Fire.


"I'm very excited as well, it's going to be great," Malone said. "I just love the books so much. I literally read all three in four days and just was crying at the end. I'm really, really excited to be a part of it."

As a fan of Suzanne Collins' bestselling trilogy, the 27-year-old "Sucker Punch" star clearly has an affinity for her tough-cookie character, though she didn't want to talk too much about why she loves playing Johanna.

"Yeah, we'll get into it when there's more to say," Malone said, before adding that she is in the midst of an intense training regimen to get prepared for all the various physical demands required of the role.

"Oh yeah, I'm in the thick of [training] but excited," she said. "I love that kind of stuff. 'Sucker Punch' kind of got me into a regimen and now I kind of crave it."

September 23, 2012

Woody Harrelson Talks Philip Hoffman, Jennifer Lawrence and Catching Fire

Woody Harrelson, who plays Haymitch in "The Huger Games" trilogy has talked to Broadway World about Catching Fire, Jennifer Lawrence, and Philip Seymour Hoffman.

PC: Last question: what have you experiences like been so far working with your new HUNGER GAMES cast-mate Philip Seymour Hoffman - who has also done this column, incidentally?

WH: Oh, well, I am leaving tomorrow to go to Atlanta to film the new HUNGER GAMES, but I can tell you that there definitely will be some stuff that we have together in the next film. And, I think he is just one of the greats, so I am really looking forward to working with him.

PC: Do you two know each other through Paul Thomas Anderson? Have you and Philip ever worked together?

WH: We've never worked together, I don't think, but we’ve known each other for a while - and we’ve hung out a few times. He’s a real prince of a guy.

PC: From my experience, it seems that you both are so open and cool and really just all about the work.

WH: That’s really nice to hear, so I appreciate you saying it, man.

PC: Jennifer Lawrence is another co-star of yours who is poised to take Hollywood by storm.

WH: Oh, she’s so incredibly talented - yeah, she’s great. All of them are really great on THE HUNGER GAMES, so I am looking forward to getting back there to Atlanta.

PC: Does this look like it might be your career high next year with such hi-profile stage, small screen and big screen projects?

WH: [Laughs.] Well, you never know for sure about things like that, but I feel really great about how things are right now. Right now, I guess I feel like my main focus is still BULLET FOR ADOLF, but, soon, it will be all about CATCHING FIRE.

September 21, 2012

Hunger Games Cosplay Ideas - Complete Your Attire with Wigs

If you are in the middle of planning your costume for the Halloween or any costume party, these wigs might help you. These are good for those cosplayers who stay away from hair coloring products and they cost less and look natural. You can also read this post to learn how to dress like Katniss and Peeta for less or check out these Hunger Games movie costume replicas.

Arena Girl Wig/ Deluxe Costume Wig

Adult Adjustable Blue / Black Colonial Man Wig & Eyebrows - TV Show Host - Caesar





THe Hunger Games: Catching Fire Filming Location Details

The following are taken from On Location Vacation (OLV), a reliable site for filming locations. If you wish to know where Catching Fire is filmed, read on below.



Note: Not confirmed by Lionsgate

Working Title: The Idiom by GGX Productions
Extras Casting is handled by CL Casting

The Hunger Games: Catching Fire Filming Locations - Georgia


According to OLV, the cast are spending a lot of time in North Druid Hills, where it is rumored they are staying for the duration of the shoot.

The Goat Farm Arts Center - According to Jeff Holmes, the Reaping Scene will be shot here. See the photo of almost finished Justice Building here.

The Beach at Clayton County International Park - potential filming location for the Cornocupia bloodbath.

Amicalola Falls (Dawsonville) - District 12 woods (lake house) might be shot here (just my thought; search Google Images and look for Amicola Falls)
 
Swan House - President Snow's mansion where a Victory Tour banquet will be held for Katniss and Peeta (courtesy from The Hob) - filming will take place on September 26, 27, 28)


undergoing construction at Swan House for Catching Fire
a closer look at Swan House (President Snow's Mansion)
- Hawaii locations coming soon -



Effie is Back in Catching Fire; Elizabeth Banks Tweets

Elizabeth Banks has recently tweeted that Effie is back, confirming she's already on set for Catching Fire. Though we haven't seen her in her Effie outfit and makeup yet, at least she's reporting it to us that The Reaping will be on its way.


The Hunger Games Becomes the Top Selling DVD in 2012

According to Comicbook.com (via Thenumbers.com), there were already 5,377,765 The Hunger Games DVD units sold, which makes for $93,211,176 in sales revenue.

At 5,377,765 DVD unit sold, The Hunger Games passed by The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn, Part 1, which sits in the #2 spot with 5,223,078 DVD units sold. The Hunger Games DVD was released on August 18, 2012, while The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn, Part 1 DVD was released on February 11, 2012.

Catching Fire Soundtrack: We The Kings Just Wrote a Song

According to the recent tweet of Travis Clark, the front man of pop-punk band We the Kings (they collaborated with Demi Lovato in the song We'll be a Dream), they just wrote a song for "The Hunger Games." Here's a screenshot of his tweet.

We don't know if it is official unless Lionsgate will release an official statement. As for now, we don't know if We the Kings will also perform that song. Anyway, what do you think?

September 19, 2012

Catching Fire Set Visit Contest from the Hunger Games Adventures iPad App

Guys, if you wish to visit the Catching Fire set, you need to read the following:

1.  Go to the App Store and download the game for free!
2.  Create your hero and begin your adventure in Panem.
3.  Adventure with Katniss, Peeta and the rest of District 12 until your quests take you to The Lake outside the fence:


4. Take a screenshot of your character (hold down the power and home button on your iPad at the same time) and send it to: entry@CatchingFireAdventures.com and you will receive an email with the final steps to verify your submission.

Visit this site to check out some entries.

Cinna's Squad Behind the Scenes in Making The Hunger Games

Nelson Ascencio, who plays Flavius (one of Katniss' prep team member under Cinna's supervision), has shared some behind the scenes images when making the Hunger Games. You can see more images at his Facebook page.




Octavia, Venia, Flavius, Portia