The latest viral video from the film sends a strong message to Panem.
For those of us who have enjoyed the films based on the successful Hunger Games books, Mockingjay represents the beginning of the end, a time when the 12 districts rebel against the mother district. And while we're waiting for an official trailer, Lionsgate has released a fun viral that shows just how desperate the Capitol is to keep the disricts in line, while offering a startling surprise.
As you can see above, the latest piece of propaganda to be aired on Capitol TV is an address from President Coriolanus Snow (Donald Sutherland), who plays the ruthless ruler of Panem. But what's most surprising is the addition of Hunger Games survivor Peeta Mellark, who is supposed to be helping the rebellion. This harkens back to Return of the Jedi, when non other than Luke Skywalker was featured next his father and enemy Darth Vader. In age before the Internet, that scene generated intense buzz leading up to the film's release. While this viral video probably won't have the same impact, it's clear that te studio is gearing up for a big run this Fall when The Hunger Games Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1 is released.
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The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1 opens on November 21st, 2014.
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