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Jiayi He

The thirteenth Film Club Post!

The movie I'm writing about is called The Hunger Games: The Song of the Crowing Bird that i watched on December 1th. This movie kept me deeply engaged in a feast of authentic and insightful storytelling. The viewing experience I'm about to share is anything but ordinary, as the movie presents so much plot and substance in a limited amount of time, and while it may feel a bit lengthy, that didn't stop me from falling deeply in love with the production, especially the unique creativity in exploring the villain's character.


The first thing that mesmerized me was the casting and excellent acting of the male lead. His performance made the whole story more personal, deep, and rich. In his portrayal, we see the complexity of a character, with every expression and movement as an unfolding picture of a confusing inner world. How the hero transforms from a good character to that evil look, with each episode feeling the emotional impact, is a masterful creation by the director and the actors.

The movie deeply explores the hero's obsession with the Mockingjay and District 12, taking us deep into a heartfelt journey. Each time he becomes obsessed with the Mockingjay it seems like a spiritual torture, an insurmountable chasm, and it's impressive. Such a plot allowed me to understand the hero's person and actions more deeply, and to feel his inner conflicts and struggles more.


The final scene of the movie, with the drifting snow, was simply breathtaking. It is not only a visual feast, but also the cohesion of the whole story's emotion. The image of snowflakes falling in the air not only gives a feeling of Frozen but also presents the symbol of the movie's theme to the fullest. The beauty of this scene is so intoxicating that it is not only the end of the movie but also a shock to the audience's soul.


The movie doesn't shy away from exploring the complexity of the villain's character; instead, it digs deeper into the inner world of the hero and directs us to an unusual perspective. In a genre where heroism is prevalent, the ability to portray the villainous character so deeply breathes fresh life into the entire narrative. By dissecting the hero's personality and upbringing, we see how he changes from an upstanding character to that shady mold. Such a storyline and characterization made me resonate with the entire movie on a deeper level.


This movie also deeply explores the hero's obsession with the Mockingjay and District 12. In this episode, we see traces of his emotions and how he fights for an idea. The movie presents the hero's inner world through a subtle narration, making us understand each of his choices and decisions even more. This is not only a feast for the soul, but also a profound reflection on faith and perseverance.

Finally, I would like to re-emphasize the last scene of the film, the scene of drifting snow. At this moment, I felt the perfect ending of the movie. The falling of the snowflakes not only echoes the overall theme of the movie but is also the best interpretation of the hero's inner feelings. The design of this scene was skillful and touching, bringing the whole story to a perfect conclusion and leaving a deep impression on the audience.


Overall, my love for The Hunger Games: The Song of the Crowing Bird and the Serpent stems from the director's masterful portrayal of the male protagonist, as well as the dedication to emotional narrative and character development throughout the movie. Although the movie's attempt to present a complex storyline in a limited amount of time seemed a bit lengthy at times, this did not detract from my enjoyment of the movie.




(Pictures of scene That impressed me a lot!)

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I'm a high school student. My name is Shelley He and I'm interested in films. I started this film club in order to watch films with other students. 

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