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My favorite thing about Katniss as a protagonist is that she’s really just a kid. She recognizes when people are suffering in a way that she did, but when it comes to unfamiliar concepts (such as the politics involved in the Captitol, D13, and the war), she’s clueless and relies on adults around her to help her. Even Peeta, for all his charm and TV skills, is also a kid; he’s just more personable than Katniss is. (1/2)

The reason I bring this up is because I wonder what Katniss would have done had Prim not died. In Mockingjay, it’s pretty heavily implied that Coin orchestrated Prim’s death, making it seem like the Capitol was targeting its own children as well as rebel medics with Gale and Beetee’s bomb. Prim’s death ensured Katniss was alone and had to throw in support with Coin. I think Katniss would have eventually come to see Coin’s authoritarian tendencies, but I wonder how that would have played out. (2/2)

yes!! i agree i was just talking about this, that’s one of the things i absolutely HATE in the movies about how they aged them up so much -- it completely takes away from the fact that these are all children, and that they are in large part manipulated by the adults around them. of course, they’re savvy in their own ways, peeta with his wits, katniss with her survival skills, or even gale with his understanding of the system he so hates. but ultimately, they’re all kids which is why they often make misguided or plainly wrong decisions, and it’s the adults around them who are most often like “uh, no let’s not do that, thanks.” (not to say that the adults don’t also make some pretty awful decisions regarding the kids -- but there are a lot of moments when katniss/peeta/gale say things and everyone around them is just kind of like, maybe let’s not let the teenagers decide this.) i think one of the places in the movies that it’s so visible is the relationship between katniss and finnick. like, finnick is older than katniss and he’s one of the more adult rebels, he just also happens to be on the younger side of the adults. but he knows more than her, he’s more experienced, he’s seen a lot more of the captiol and expereinced a lot more than katniss has in his post-games life. but in the movies, they look to be about the same age, which totally destroys that aspect of their dynamic, which is one of my favorite dynamics in the books. same with johanna tbh.

in response to your point about prim, i agree that it is in large part prim’s death that tips katniss off to just how terrible coin really is. i think that’s why when she fakes her vote for the captiol hunger games, she says “for prim.” because she’s already made up her mind about coin, because of prim, and so that last line is her putting the nail in the coffin. and i think also it’s implied that haymitch understands why she says that, and understands what she means without speaking, because the two of them have each other so figured out. it’s a great moment.

would katniss have killed coin if not for prim? honestly, maybe not. i mean, i do think that coin orchestrates prim’s death specifically to damage katniss, and knowing that the loss her sister who she’d worked so hard to save would be what completely broke her. but i also wonder if katniss even would have identified the medics as being from 13 if prim hadn’t been there. maybe she would’ve because of their clothes or something, but i think the knowledge that this death and destruction is not limited to either side, that it is just killing for the sake of killing, i think that’s what tips her over the edge into seeing coin’s willingness for unjust violence. just something i’m thinking about in context of your comment.

i think katniss would’ve realized that coin’s goal was ultimate power no matter the situation (prim’s death or not), but she might not have realized just how ruthless she was willing to be to achieve those goals. maybe she, like peeta, would’ve voted against the capitol hunger games, broken coin’s trust, and ended up an enemy of the new state, effectively losing all her influence and power. i think it’s prim’s death that not only reveals coin’s dictator tendencies to katniss, but also how cruel and heartless she’s willing to be to hold on to that power. so, it’s that moment which forces katniss to be just as strategic in order to actually come around to preventing her from taking power.

i guess the question is, then, without prim’s death, would katniss have seen coin’s authoritarian tendencies before it was too late. my thought is, probably not.

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karivem · 3 years

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Favorite TV Shows & Movies I watched in 2020

In chronological order, divided by month.

J A N U A R Y

Anne with an E Season 3

What a beautiful season! I loved Anne’s character growth and her relationship with Matthew and Marilla. This season had so many interesting storylines and compelling characters. I always love the life lessons and women empowerment this show presents. The romantic aspects of the season and the kiss in that last episode were perfect.

Parasite (2019)

This is a masterpiece. I watched it with my family on cinemas and we all loved it. The acting was great, there was a perfect combination of comedy and drama and the ending was amazing; it was depressing yet very realistic that it hurt my soul.

F E B R U A R Y

Ragnarok Season 1

Never thought I’d like a show about Thor, but this take on norse mythology was amazing to watch. I loved the protagonist and the setting of the show. This is a Norwegian fantasy show and all the actors are very talented. The characters (although weird) were very unique and the ending left me so excited for season 2.

Altered Carbon Season 1

This is not only a show, is an experience. The cast, the setting, the plot and the relationships are fantastic. It has many action scenes I enjoyed, it has mystery and a great protagonist. The world building is so rich and interesting. I love Joel Kinnaman and Martha Higareda, they did an amazing acting job and their chemistry was wonderful. Everything about s1 was so great but, don’t watch s2, it is terrible. You can just watch season 1 as a mini series and be happy.

Jojo Rabbit (2019)

This movie broke my heart but also made me laugh so hard. I love the characters and the actors. The soundtrack was brilliant and the development of the story was so well done. It has many remarkable moments and quotes I loved. I never thought I’d like a movie about the second world war this much but I did. This movie deserves so much more recognition because it is fantastic, one of my all time favorites.

M A R C H

Elite Season 3

Not the best season of the show but it was great. It was one of my most anticipated season premieres and I binge-watched it like crazy. I love the characters and the relationships, I’m so invested in all the stories and the vibe of this show. The new characters were the weakest part of the season but overall there were many amazing moments I loved. Even Kevin McHale made a cameo!! Can’t wait for season 4.

The Chronicles of Narnia trilogy (2005 - 2010)

I watched these movies after reading the book series and I feel in love with the characters. I love the Pevensies so much, Edmund is my favorite but I love them all. The lion the witch and the wardrobe is my favorite movie out of the 3 but they all are great movies in my opinion. Caspian is also a fantastic character. The magic and the meaning of the stories are amazing and timeless.

The hunger games saga (2012 - 2015)

I rewatched this saga with my sister and we loved it. We cried and suffered throughout Mockingjay part 1 & 2 of course. I love this world so much, it is vast, interesting and full of epic moments. Katniss is a queen and Peeta is my beautiful soft boy. I love Finnick, Haymitch, Effie and many other characters. The social commentary of these movies and the rebellion are very impactful aspects the saga achieved.

A P R I L

El hoyo (2019)

This movie is disturbing in many ways but it is so great. This is a dystopia that talks about the worst aspects of society. It’s hard to see people’s behaviors and attitudes towards each other but you know they are realistic. The movie shows many things you can reflect on. The acting was great, the characters were interesting and the tone was grimm and mysterious.

Outer Banks Season 1

Teenage drama, summer setting, a hidden treasure and many adventures. The characters are interesting, the cast is gorgeous and the found family relationship of the group is beautiful. This show feels so fresh and exciting, the plot is very fun to follow but it also deals with hard topics like toxic relationships and abusive families.

M A Y

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows part 1 (2010) & part 2 (2011)

I rewatched these movies after reading the book and I fell more in love with the world, with Harry and with the conclusion of the story. I love part 1 a little bit more but both movies have such an epic feeling to me. I love the anticipation for the Battle of Hogwarts and the exciting fighting scenes. The ending always makes me cry, I love it.

The imitation game (2014)

This movie is so important, everyone should watch it. It is based on true events and Benedict Cumberbatch is amazing in it, his performance was stunning. I loved the protagonist, the story and the side characters. Upon this rewatch I noticed more how everything was remarkable, there were a lot of well written dramatic scenes and the moments near the end broke my heart.

J U N E

Gotham Season 5

I love Gotham so much!!! This season was amazing but so short, I needed more. I love Bruce and seeing how he became Batman was an epic experience. I love the heroes, the villains, the dynamics between many characters and the humor of this show. I will miss Gotham and the many great episodes and adventures it gave me. Also, I love Oswald and Nygma together and for me they are married and in love.

Dark Season 1 - 3

I rewatched the first 2 seasons in preparation for the third one’s premiere and I watched s3 in a day. I was so obsessed. This show is so brilliant, it plays with your mind and it deals with a lot of existential topics. I love it so so much, is one of my favorites forever. Season 2 is my favorite but overall the show has so many great things to offer. It has drama, great characters, shocking plot twists, an ideal amount of romance and the weirdest, most complicated family tree ever.

Star Wars Original trilogy (1977 - 1883)

I’m surprised I finally watched these movies, and I’m even more surprised I loved them! Luke is a fantastic protagonist, Darth Vader is an epic villain and the world is so immersive. I want to be a Jedi, I want to have adventures around the galaxy. I love Han and Leia’s love story and I love R2, C-3PO and Chewie.

J U L Y

Star Wars Sequel trilogy (2015 - 2019)

These movies for me were amazing, well episode 9 not so much but overall the trilogy was great. I love the new characters and all the references to the original trilogy. Episode 7 feels so nostalgic to me even though I watched the whole Star Wars saga this year. I love the character development of practically every single character here and I love the epic feeling of the fight scenes. In my opinion this trilogy is worth watching, you can’t change my mind.

Barbie and the magic of pegasus (2005)

I’m a sucker for old Barbie movies and this year I made a rewatch marathon with my sister. This one was the one that stayed on my mind for many weeks. I love the magic of the story and the relationship between Annika and Aidan.

The truth about the Harry Quebert affair Season 1

Amazing actors, intriguing premise and a well written mystery. I love this show and its book so much, this is an awesome book to tv adaptation. The plot is brilliant, the setting is beautiful and the characters are interesting. I love Harry and Marcus’s relationship, I love Nola, I love how the pieces fit together so perfectly and how there are no loose ends. This show is very underrated, it deserves more recognition because it’s fantastic.

The baby-sitters club Season 1

This show is so cute and funny. I love the cast, they’re perfect for their roles. It has quite a simple premise but it talks about many important topics of today’s society. The aesthetic of the show is so beautiful, is perfect to watch with you family and it has great pop culture references. I love the vibe of the show and I’m so glad it got renewed for a second season!

A U G U S T

The umbrella academy Season 2

I watched this twice and I liked it better the second time around. I still can’t decide which Hargreeves I love the most, they’re all amazing in their own way. This season was great, it had many beautiful moments and great action sequences. It also had baby Pogo. Do yourself a favor: watch it and listen to the soundtrack.

House of Anubis Season 1

I rewatched one of my favorite shows of my pre-teenage years and I loved season 1 a lot, s2 is not that great and s3 doesn’t exist for me but s1 is perfect. I love the mystery, the boarding school setting, the teen drama and the characters so much. Fabina forever!!!

The truman show (1998)

This movie is FANTASTIC. It has comedy, drama, romance and sci-fi elements with a concept that makes it an instant classic. This was the first time I watched it and I’m amazed by how brilliant it is and how many references to spirituality and capitalism it has. It has a great villain and a protagonist whose character arc is wonderful to watch. I loved the iconic Truman Burbank quote and the ending was just perfect.

S E P T E M B E R

A series of unfortunate events Season 2 & 3

Rewatching and old favorite always feels so great. I have no words to describe how much I love this series and the Baudelaire siblings. This show is perfect, it has a hilarious sense of humor I love. I love the drama, the tragedy and the ridiculous schemes Count Olaf plots. It also has music and a cast of actors I adore. Season 1 is also amazing but my favorites are 2 & 3.

Tinker Bell and the great fairy rescue (2010)

I made a marathon of all the Tinker Bell movies with my sister and this one was a surprise. I never thought I’d like it because my memories of it weren’t particularly good but wow, this movie was so cute and full of heart. Everything you hope to see in a fairies movie is here. It’s entertaining and very magical.

O C T O B E R

Julie and the Phantoms Season 1

BEST SHOW EVER! I’ve been screaming my love for jatp everywhere, I even made a video about it. This show came to save my 2020. I love the characters, the cast, the ships, the MUSIC, the plot... Every single thing is amazing. I can’t recommend it enough, please watch it and you will see the great masterpiece Kenny Ortega created.

The rocky horror picture show (1975)

I rewatched this movie for Halloween and I realised how much I enjoy it. I love it. It is weird and very sexual but it’s brilliant and has awesome songs. The characters are unique and the situations are bizzarre, the plot starts being simple but it ends in full science fiction madness. Now I need to go to a screening of the movie.

N O V E M B E R

Lost Season 4

I mention only season 4 because with this rewatch I realized it’s my favorite but ALL SEASONS are part of my best tv shows of the year. Lost is a show that changed my perspective on tv and gave me so many great life lessons. It is a masterpiece. It has an awesome cast of characters, drama, comedy and mystery. This show is superior to newer shows in many ways, it is so well done and the season finales are always packed with action and emotive moments. It uses foreshadowing, flashbacks, flashforwards and many other brilliant narrative devices that make the show a unique experience. Worth watching even after many years after its ending.

D E C E M B E R

Gravity Falls Season 1 & 2

Another rewatch. This is my favorite animated show. I love it so so much. Dipper Pines and me are practically the same person, I relate to him a lot. I love the mystery of the show, all the supernatural creatures, the science fiction and the plot twists. This is more than just a show for kids, this is a masterpiece of storytelling and animation.

Alice in Wonderland (1951)

I decided after re-reading the books to give this movie another chance because I didn’t use to like it. But oh boy, this time I loved it. I loved the songs and the madness of Wonderland. I get now why is many people’s favorite.

The queen’s gambit Season 1

I guess I love chess now, like every person who watched this show. The acting was superb, the characters and the plot were very well written. The pacing, the soundtrack, the setting, I loved everything. Anya Taylor-Joy is a queen, I have no doubt of that. I loved the ending, I was so proud of Beth Harmon!

A Christmas carol (2009)

My sister has always loved this movie but I wasn’t a big fan. This year I read the book, and watching the movie again made me appreciate the story a lot. I’m a big fan now, I think this movie is unique because it has motion capture animation, a timeless story and Jim Carrey acting multiple roles. A true gem in my opinion.

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actuallylorelaigilmore · 4 years

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200 MOVIES IN 2020, #21

catching fire. it’s so much fun to watch these movies when i barely remember them! like they’ve premiered all over again. and while i’m looking forward to the mockingjay films a lot, this one (and the book it’s based on) might be my favorite in the series, because it’s peak rebellion--and right before the story pitches into actual war. (that’s probably also why order of the phoenix was my favorite hp book...i lost my love for the series once they switched into war mode at the end.)

i took a few notes while watching this time, just so i wouldn’t forget my thoughts. and my very first thought, even though intellectually i knew that he would be showing up, is that i cant believe phillip seymour hoffman has been dead for 6 years. it feels surreal even now (i had to google him to check my memory, as though maybe he was still alive after all and just retired young somewhere). watching him embody plutarch just reminds me that we could have seen so many other performances from him.

i have only one real nitpick for this movie interpretation, as a lot of the changes they made, i adore. more effie! sweeter haymitch! not having to see mag’s brutal death in the fog!! but on a feminist level that i can’t let go of, there’s a very subtle downplaying of the way katniss is so often the rescuer of peeta in the books--she’s still strong in the movies, but the choice to make him less weak affects the way their basic dynamic plays out.

in this movie, she trips at one point as they’re fleeing the jungle fog, and he helps her up, which is when the poison hits him hard and renders him unable to keep going. in the books, his previous damage from the forcefield is why he’s slower and weaker than he would normally be, and katniss has to try and help him along the whole time. then once she’s too affected by the fog to keep at it, mags has to be sacrificed.

so like i said, i know it’s nitpicky of me, but changing that part makes it seem like they weren’t comfortable with katniss being the stronger one. they went out of their way to change that, when the book plot would’ve been simpler to depict. all they had to do was not have katniss tell finnick she thinks peeta’s fine, after the forcefield, and give him a more labored run through the jungle--instead of having him save her when she tripped like a character in a horror movie.

anyway, that’s my one small rant, because katniss spends the whole series better able to navigate terrain than peeta, thanks to her hunting experience--and there’s really no reason to change that unless the goal is to make her more equal to peeta. it reminds me of how the first movie softens her just a tiny bit, having her put cato out of his misery. there’s nothing wrong with a more empathetic, less lightfooted katniss...but there was nothing wrong with her being a strong, pragmatic survivor, either!

other notes: the fucking monkeys gave me an actual jumpscare, they scared me more than the book ones. the casting of every single victor is perfection and i love them. gale was handled better this time. mags makes me cry just by smiling. the moment when they clasp hands in the capitol gave me the same heart-swelling feelings the book does. it was exactly what i wanted, come to life.

#the hunger games #200 movies in 2020

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