The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakesis only one week away, and Lionsgate is continuing to ramp up anticipation for the newest installment in the popularHunger Gamesfranchise. As the release date draws closer, Lionsgate and Dolby Cinema have unveiled a new poster for the film starringRachel ZeglerandTom Blyth.The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakespremieres November 17 in theaters, and this most recent poster further builds upon the feature’s promise to bring a thrilling addition to the franchise. Additionally, fans can partake inaspecial early IMAX screening for the film on November 13.
Adapted from theSuzanne Collinsnovel of the same name,The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakesis a prequel story set 64 years prior to the events of the originalHunger Gamestrilogy. It centers on a teenaged Coriolanus Snow (Blyth) long before he would become the tyrannical president of Panem, portrayed earlier in the franchise byDonald Sutherland. The Capitol is gearing up to begin its 10th annual games, but interest among citizens is low. So, as the Capitol takes a new approach, Coriolanus uses the opportunity to rebuild the Snow name as a mentor forthe upcoming batch of tributes. However, he finds himself saddled with Lucy Gray Baird (Zegler), the female tribute for the impoverished District 12. But when Lucy Gray manages to charm Panem, Coriolanus' hope is renewed ashe and Lucy Gray from a strong bond with one anotherthat may turn the odds in their favor.
Along with Blyth and Zegler,The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakesboasts a hefty ensemble cast.Viola Davisas Dr. Gaul,Peter Dinklageas Dean Highbottom,Hunter Schaferas Coriolanus' cousin Tigris,Fionnula Flanaganas Grandma’am, andJason Schwartzmanas Lucky Flickerman are just a handful of faces starring in the film.DirectorFrancis Lawrencealso shared in an earlier interview with Collidersome of the tribute cast he can’t wait for viewers to meet. He namedIrene Böhmas Lamina,Dimitri Aboldas Reaper, andSofia Sanchezas Wovey.
Earlier this week,critics began sharing their initial thoughts on the newHunger Gamesaddition, especially heaping on the praise for the movie’s cast.Collider’sPerri Nemiroffpinpointed the performances of Blyth, Zegler, Davis, and Schafer. Though she thought the movie struggled a bit in its final act, Nemiroff says thatThe Ballad of Songbirds and Snakesis a worthy entry into the franchise. Moreover, other critics continued naming other cast such as Dinklage as strong points of the movie, as well as lauding the production design, the score, the action, and more. Though the runtime was a bit long for some, the movie was ultimately worth the watch.
The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakespremieres November 17 in theaters. Check out the new poster below:
The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes
The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakesfollows a young Coriolanus (Tom Blyth) - the last hope for the once-proud Snow family - who is reluctantly assigned to mentor Lucy Gray Baird (Rachel Zegler), a tribute from the impoverished District 12 for the 10th Hunger Games. Snow sets out on a race against time to survive and reveal if he will become a songbird or a snake.
Buy advance tickets now
