The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 2
Lionsgate | Release Date: November 20, 2015
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GeovannypiresJun 23, 2023
é meu filme preferido da vida tudo é muito bom e finalmente uma saga de filme com um final muito bom
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Fixer84Mar 17, 2023
Not an epic and memorable ending, but still a positive one of a saga that is all in all normal but also good.
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Sosmooth1982Dec 28, 2022
This on is the only decent one out of the series. Otherwise this was not that good. All movies are really boring.
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All_ButTrU4Sep 25, 2022
The much awaited concluding feature in the reputable Hunger Games franchise failed to reach the standards set by its first two films but slips into an uneven action heavy denouement. With the game of kat and mouse finally coming to headThe much awaited concluding feature in the reputable Hunger Games franchise failed to reach the standards set by its first two films but slips into an uneven action heavy denouement. With the game of kat and mouse finally coming to head between the strong Katniss and the cunning Snow the war in Panem reaches it's climax. Focused on the district's strategy and the aftermath of the war Part 2 signs off the hunger games saga as an admirable anti fascism, anti war film with a feminist tone and an intelligent voice. Ending it's story with a bittersweet send off to almost all of its charater you're left a bit satisfied by what the franchise aimed to do and at times accomplished.… Expand
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gracjanskiJul 16, 2022
Clearly the worst of the 4 movies: The best story line of the franchise is the dictatorship of Panem and here your dont see much of it. Instead there are many dialogues and some of them are boring. In addition the political correctness is soClearly the worst of the 4 movies: The best story line of the franchise is the dictatorship of Panem and here your dont see much of it. Instead there are many dialogues and some of them are boring. In addition the political correctness is so obvious and annoying, women everywhere and they are so powerful and strong, blabla. Please dont cast Juliane Moore, she is so ugly -.-
The last half hour is a bit more interesting and some of the action scenes were good, but they dont save the rest of the movie.… Expand
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JJ2FAS4UDec 30, 2021
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mikesgold2KNov 16, 2021
Zdecydowanie najgorsza odsłona serii. Chcąc kontynuować wątki poprzedniczki oraz być zwieńczeniem całej serii robi to wszystko pobieżnie i nieudolnie niestety
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JAKEJACOBJORDSep 17, 2021
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JACOBJORDANBAJun 23, 2021
I love The hunger games Jennifer Lawrence did a good job has katniss everdeen I just love the hunger games I love The hunger games and I love catching fire Mockingjay part 1 and Mockingjay part 2 best finale to the hunger games trilogy
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MaddoxWhiteApr 24, 2021
People that complain about this clearly haven't read the books. This just adds to the books, though I admit a few things aren't introduced as well as they are in the books. Still amazing.
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zNeverSleepingOct 14, 2020
Previsível e preguiçoso.

O plot é demasiadamente previsível. A subversão da ordem, o atentado para conseguir o poder, a morte da presidente; todos esses elementos poderiam ser mais explorados, mas aqui é tudo tão jogado de maneira descuidadaPrevisível e preguiçoso.

O plot é demasiadamente previsível. A subversão da ordem, o atentado para conseguir o poder, a morte da presidente; todos esses elementos poderiam ser mais explorados, mas aqui é tudo tão jogado de maneira descuidada que você nunca é pego de surpresa. No final de contas, nenhum personagem se salva. Suas atitudes são incompreensíveis em suma maioria, e há uma sensação de que o roteiro força acontecimentos para que a historia vá em frente, quando na realidade eles deveriam ser provocados pelas consequências das atitudes dos personagens. O tanto de conveniência e furos aqui é colossal. As cenas de ação parecem mais sem alma do que nunca, como se uma musica de fundo bastasse para que nosso coração acelerasse como o dos personagens.

Enfim, nada mais do que uma decepção.

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JKGamer76Sep 30, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The TERRIBLE ending disrespects all elements of the franchise created so far. And the deaths of some characters are portraits without a minimum of dramatization which causes a certain frustration for not being able to care about the deaths of characters that we like so much.… Expand
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DorichannelJul 25, 2020
The book is so much better. Jennifer Lawrence is like the plank from "Ed Edd and Eddy", just dull and... "there". Watched this on a flight to Japan. Thank God it was free!
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SoapNuggetJul 15, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Don't worry it's much better than Part 1, Mockingjay Part 2 ends the franchise fantastically, with a surprising 3rd act that kills off main characters, that's truly shocking.… Expand
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WilipsonJul 5, 2020
First 3/4 off the movie are pointless. Only thing that that main character was usefull was in the end when she shot one arrow and that´s it.
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TEMP0Jun 18, 2020
Out-of-control pacing, cringy lines, and overall amateur story that plagues the end of the Hunger Games story.
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Critic123456798May 17, 2020
Awful, meaningless, meaningless, mediocre ****
Book and film is a waste of time

Suzanne Collins - the most stupid ator rotten scum, without brains
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Dostoyevsky3May 12, 2020
Returning to its gripping roots of peril for the epic conclusion to this deeply and emotionally rich film series. The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2 brings the series using very well crafted twists to a close giving a sad yet stillReturning to its gripping roots of peril for the epic conclusion to this deeply and emotionally rich film series. The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2 brings the series using very well crafted twists to a close giving a sad yet still bittersweet and satisfying finally to the story and characters.… Expand
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FilipeNetoMay 3, 2020
This film is the fourth and final adaptation of the literary trilogy by Suzanne Collins, and brings to the cinema the second half of the last book. I didn't read them, I have no particular intention of doing so for any particular reason, so IThis film is the fourth and final adaptation of the literary trilogy by Suzanne Collins, and brings to the cinema the second half of the last book. I didn't read them, I have no particular intention of doing so for any particular reason, so I will ignore the books and focus on the film.

In this film, Katniss decides to go beyond what is asked of her by the Resistance. They wanted a mascot, someone to pose and advertise their cause. She decides to take the initiative, be at the front and take part in the decisive battle for control of the Capital. She wants to kill Snow. On the other hand, she fears Peeta's mental health, after he has been rescued from the hands of the dictator. After all, he still suffers with the marks of torture and deep brainwashing he suffered.

It is difficult to describe what I felt when I finished watching this film. This tetralogy was one of the most tasty and interesting that I have seen in cinema in many years. Loaded with an epic sense, a sweet scent of adventure, good action scenes and touches of social criticism, the story is very good and definitely worth it. All three previous films were able to take advantage of this and give us the best. It is true that the previous film did not seem so good, but I did not expect the disaster that this film came to be! Compared to the others, it seems made by amateurs and confirms that the idea of dividing the final book into two films was terrible. This film simply had little to tell us other than the final assault on the Capital, which should have been the final and culminating half of a third and final film. But pulling money out of the public and making them pay sounds better, and the movie industry has to bill, so let's make two films for the silly viewers to pay a little more and the studio to make a few extra million dollars.

The cast remained at the same level as the previous films. If this film failed, it was not the actors' fault, but the director, Francis Lawrence. Jennifer Lawrence has remained excellent, but does not bring anything new. Katniss continues to look hot in war and cold in love. Donald Sutherland was excellent, although he went a little too far in his madness and seems to be really crazy in some scenes. Julianne Moore, who gave life to President Coin, turns out to be a pleasant surprise in that she is not quite what she appears, but this turnaround was to be expected by the way the film prepared it. Josh Hutcherson continues to do a decent job, but not pleasant to me. All the other actors, who had more or less opportunities to give an air of value and talent in the previous films, practically disappear.

The film is loaded with scenes of a lot of action, explosions and shots. If everything seems real, thanks to excellent sound effects and first-rate CGI, the same cannot be said of all the costumes. Peacekeepers, for example, look like Star Wars imperial soldiers. A careful cinematography with good contrast, excellent sets and very realistic fights, along with an excellent soundtrack, complete the production values.

A lot of action, explosions and shots, good actors doing the best they know, but without material to work on a film that has very little story to tell... this is how we can sum up this film, which was certainly a disappointment for many who they had enjoyed the previous films.… Expand
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AWESOM-0Apr 27, 2020
None of the sequels lived up to the first one. There are some stupid things that I’m sure came across better on paper. Kind of how I imagine season 8 of GOT will be looked upon later. I never read these novels but I can say this adaption isNone of the sequels lived up to the first one. There are some stupid things that I’m sure came across better on paper. Kind of how I imagine season 8 of GOT will be looked upon later. I never read these novels but I can say this adaption is infinitely better than the Enders game movie. Mainly because of how amazing a novel EG is and that movie was significantly worse than these.… Expand
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bfoore90Nov 20, 2019
A slight improvement over part 1 but that's not saying much. It has a few exciting moments and the cast is worth the price of admission but Mocking jay part 2 brings a franchise that started out fairly strong to an almost disappointing conclusion.
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JPKJun 24, 2019
Disappointing, But Still Decent
Mockingjay Part 2 isn’t quite what we were expecting, But I still enjoyed it.
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BerikJan 22, 2019
Wow, where to begin with this piece of **** The suits at Lionsgate must have been laughing their asses of seeing people pay for this travesty...

This movie is so lazy it doesn't even take itself serious. The script is a loop of the followingWow, where to begin with this piece of **** The suits at Lionsgate must have been laughing their asses of seeing people pay for this travesty...

This movie is so lazy it doesn't even take itself serious. The script is a loop of the following sequence: 1. Look with no expression at stuff 2. Talk to each other so quietly that it's almost impossible to hear. Also talk about something that doesn't matter. 3. walk, move run. 4. Someone dies because they are doing dumb ass things. 5. Take cover somewhere and repeat the loop from 1. It's like they had an unpaid intern write this ****!

The characters have NO chemistry, not just a little, just NONE! Characters are introduced only to be killed one by one, and all seem to be handpicked from either Mute School or 'Throw yourself at the Danger' school. Absolutely stupid.

The hidden plot is actually good, which is that the ones leading the rebellion are already dividing the power after Snow is dead. Which is the everlasting loop of people with power. If only the movie was about that instead of Katniss 'I look like i'm lost' Everpoo.

The score: **** is this made by like three guys with one microphone in an alley?
Decors: So fake looking i could have shot it better in my garden.
Outfits and make-up: Let's have soldiers walk around in a warzone without helmets... that says it all really.

The story itself: If it wasn't shot like a gathering of mental patients it could have worked. But it didn't. This is a problem throughout these movies anyway.

Any positives: Well... Jennifer Lawrence is looking better and better each year now. Because of the slow plot it doesn't dissolve into chaos. The sewer creatures looked pretty darn cool, and as said before the story of power in the background is actually interesting. It makes these dull characters look like pawns in a bigger game of chess.

But this is a terrible movie all together. It's 2 hours of my life i will never get back. I give this movie a 3/10.… Expand
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CoreGamer1408Dec 16, 2018
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The end game seem to focus on the relationship between the Heroine and Peter. Which to tell you the truth was WAY more interesting than all the war stuff going on around. The heroine actually felt surplus to the requirements of the war effort. It wasn't until the very end the Heroine had one truly standout moment. So basically a love story with distracting war stuff going off in the background.… Expand
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DominArsenDec 8, 2018
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Hunger Games partit 2

Est un film qui a le mérite d'être plus diversifié que les autres hunger Games
Mais crée est montrer uniquement dans le but de plaire au jeune, c'est la ma plus grande déception !
Ce film et cette série auraient pu développer des idées intéressantes, mais elles ne sont que survolées. Dans cette dernière partit c'est idée sont complètement passer à la trappe pour finir en histoire d'A....R, a ce demander si c'est vraiment les jeune qui les souhaites....
[spoiler] Cadnice n'est finalement qu'un noeud au milieu d'un sac pour n'éprouver aucune ASPIRATION. [/spoiler] La fin est pittoresque en plus d'être dévalisée de toute possibilité vraie. Pourtant les scénaristes n'on pas eu trop de mal a faire quelque chose...même si cette bouillie à mauvais gout.

On ne peut pas lui reprocher ses effets spéciaux nikel et sa 3D qui sert suffisamment pour la justifier
Des musiques que je n'entends pas.... (vraiment étonnant pour un film haut budget

Cependant l'univers de cette série ne m’a pas plu contrairement au labyrinthe Et espérons que Divergente ou Insurgente (pour les intimes) se débrouille mieux.… Expand
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ErikTheCriticSep 26, 2018
Part 2 does have more exciting and climactic scenes, however tedious and drawn out scenes are still present in this film. That being said, there is a whole lot to be enjoyed, and overall is a satisfying conclusion.
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DyliebarAug 3, 2018
The action is decent and the acting is as great as always, but the pacing is atrocious and as a big finale, it feels very anticlimactic!
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CoKronakanFeb 22, 2018
It's a decent movie with and interesting story, in a dark world. But most of the time it was predictable, except for one or two twists, that where welcomed. It was very slow paced at first, and nothing interesting happened until the first 30It's a decent movie with and interesting story, in a dark world. But most of the time it was predictable, except for one or two twists, that where welcomed. It was very slow paced at first, and nothing interesting happened until the first 30 minutes, but after that it picks up, and even gives a satisfying ending to the saga, although it was a little bit cliche it's still bearable. Very well acted directed and every other element of the movie was awesome. Overall it's a pretty good movie with an above average rating. (Watchable)… Expand
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Jes1310Feb 12, 2018
Maybe I am to old (45) to really enjoy the franchise. And the movies has gotten better as the franchise evolved in to the dystopia scifi universe. But I am still unmoved by the characters, they seem very hollow and one dimensional. EffectsMaybe I am to old (45) to really enjoy the franchise. And the movies has gotten better as the franchise evolved in to the dystopia scifi universe. But I am still unmoved by the characters, they seem very hollow and one dimensional. Effects are cool, and Visuals are awesome, but the hole propaganda story, with the mockingjay just isnt meaty enough for a movie of this ambition.… Expand
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JyroJyroJul 28, 2017
The big let down with the movie adaptations of Hunger Games was the decision to split the final book into two films. Yes they get twice the revenue, but we get half a film. I just feel like there wasn't enough content to fill this movie, andThe big let down with the movie adaptations of Hunger Games was the decision to split the final book into two films. Yes they get twice the revenue, but we get half a film. I just feel like there wasn't enough content to fill this movie, and the first half an hour is particularly slow and dull. A satisfyingly conclusive ending albeit.… Expand
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SrPepeNov 29, 2017
Le pongo un 5 porque soy fan de la saga, pero la verdad es que esta es la peor y más decepcionante. Podían despedir la saga de forma genial pero lo echaron a perder.
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akino3May 31, 2017
This review is for the entire series (4 movies total)...

Unbelievable! Hunger Games exceeded every expectation of mine entering the series. It was not a mere sci-fi thriller, it was a classic. Damn it I'm getting Game of Thrones like vibesThis review is for the entire series (4 movies total)...

Unbelievable! Hunger Games exceeded every expectation of mine entering the series. It was not a mere sci-fi thriller, it was a classic. Damn it I'm getting Game of Thrones like vibes here! I will name 4 words for each movie in the series: Shock, Awe, Anger, Revenge. Hunger Games depicts a dystopian reality that holds true even today, in the real world: Freedom is, well, not in anyway free at all. It comes at a price. We forget the price paid so that I can write this review freely, in my own opinion, without any second thoughts. Just being ourselves, is something not to be taken for granted. 'Cause human nature, as depicted in the series so well, is full of good and bad surprises. It takes just one mad man on top of the food chain to make it all go sour. Are we all players in a well-organized "Hunger Game"? What do we have to do to stay alive and survive? To bring bread to our homes? To feel some sense of freedom to do whatever we want? To take back more than we give to those who are in control of our chains? These are the questions humanity needs to answer, and Hunger Games boldly asks these questions. It is reminding us that we are in the process of forgetting what peace is, what war means and what sacrifices were made to give us "this"...… Expand
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MonkiReviewsMay 28, 2017
The better of the two parts. This one has the story and the action. The ending went on for longer than it should have though. If it was one part, it would have been better.
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HPFANBOY1237Apr 9, 2017
This isn't an explosive finale, and it's not supposed to be. While there is action, the action is quiet brooding and few and far between, not loud and filled with non-stop shoot-outs and explosions. This movie is supposed to be a poignantThis isn't an explosive finale, and it's not supposed to be. While there is action, the action is quiet brooding and few and far between, not loud and filled with non-stop shoot-outs and explosions. This movie is supposed to be a poignant tale of the effects of war and not an action movie, even though the book did do certain things better, this is still a fantastic conclusion!… Expand
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greggaApr 1, 2017
When the main character in this movie looks bored, well, it says it all. Lots of people sitting around with long faces is how I sum up this up. Painfully slow and disappointing.
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ZerpnosApr 1, 2017
Bunun için miydi yani her şey? 3 Film izle, devrim için falan güzel bir umutla bu filmi izlemeyi bekle ve sonunda karşılaşacağım manzara, Katniss'in çocukları mıydı? Kitabını okumadım, kitaptan uyarlanan filmlerde her detayıBunun için miydi yani her şey? 3 Film izle, devrim için falan güzel bir umutla bu filmi izlemeyi bekle ve sonunda karşılaşacağım manzara, Katniss'in çocukları mıydı? Kitabını okumadım, kitaptan uyarlanan filmlerde her detayı gösteremediklerinin farkındayım. Fakat bununda çok havada kaldığına inanıyorum, en azından benim için öyle. İlk filmde, devrim adına yapılanlar, aksiyonlar falan gerçekten tatmin edici ve sıkmadan izletiyordu kendini. Gel gelelim bu film için aynı şeyleri söylemek çok zor. Finnick'in söylediğin 76. Açlık oyunlarına hoş geldiniz söylemi çok doğru. Karşımızda sadece ilk 2 filmde olan Açlık oyunları vardı. Bu olayı zaten ilk 2 filmde izlediğim için, artık daha fazla oyun görmek istemiyordum. Tamam olay "Açlık Oyunları" olabilir de devrimi konu almışsın, ilk filmde gayet güzel konuyu anlatmışsın neden bana böyle bir son veriyorsun. Ben böyle bir mutlu son görmeyi istemiyordum, Alma Coin karakterinin sonunun nasıl olacağı tahmin edilebilirdi. Yani film hakkında söyleyecek bir şeyde bulamıyorum çünkü tamamen söylediğim gibi olay sadece oyunlardan ibaret. Bu sefer belli bir platform altında olmuyor da, sokaklarda falan oluyor işte. Bu kadar bayık bir kaçma, kovalama hikayesi içinde filmin 1 saatini harcamışlar, ona üzüldüm. Benim görmek istediğim son seçimlerin yapılıp, Katniss'in başkanlığa aday olması ve seçilmesiydi. Capitol'ün savaştan sonra ki hallerini ve halkı da görmek isterdim. Bilemiyorum belki de gerçekten, çocuk kitleye hitap etmek adına tekrardan bayat açlık oyunları kısmını devreye sokmak, daha çok para kazandırmıştır yapımcılara. Kötünün iyisi olarak tanımlıyorum filmi işte boş beleş aksiyon yerine, en azından bir şeyler vermişler yine.… Expand
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RalfbergsFeb 14, 2017
Was 6.5 for me, but ok I gave it a 7 here. Not sure why they had to split last two parts of the franchise in two movies as I think it would've been better if it had been one but with less boring stuff and more compact as at some parts,Was 6.5 for me, but ok I gave it a 7 here. Not sure why they had to split last two parts of the franchise in two movies as I think it would've been better if it had been one but with less boring stuff and more compact as at some parts, especially the previous part, it felt too boring or some stuff which happened was just unnecessary. Anyway, good movie, but with some flaws.… Expand
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SomePersonaFeb 8, 2017
Half a movie. It worked for the Deathly Hallows since it's seven hundred pages long, but it does not work much here. You might as well mush these movies together, edit some stuff out for length, and make one great movie.
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audricedselDec 26, 2016
Mockingjay - part 2 is, almost, a great movie, like Catching Fire. Still the same like part 1, it's boring in the first part, but it's thrilling in the second act. Though it's, maybe, anticlimax at the end, but this movie is a satisfyingMockingjay - part 2 is, almost, a great movie, like Catching Fire. Still the same like part 1, it's boring in the first part, but it's thrilling in the second act. Though it's, maybe, anticlimax at the end, but this movie is a satisfying conclusion to the series. Lawrence is still charming in this one.… Expand
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sjultiDec 6, 2016
Once again not the best but also not the worst in the series this one has a lot more action than part one, but it still suffers from boring Ness, overall all though it concludes the story and it was a good film
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Iky009Nov 27, 2016
We could call it '' THE DECEPTION - PART 2 '' Yes, it leaves the cinema wanting my R $ 11.00 back ... Well, the film was too boring, its characters have no emotion at all, very action scenes Badly made visuals, not so good visual effects,We could call it '' THE DECEPTION - PART 2 '' Yes, it leaves the cinema wanting my R $ 11.00 back ... Well, the film was too boring, its characters have no emotion at all, very action scenes Badly made visuals, not so good visual effects, artificial scenarios, and a brouhaha's end war ... Let's just say that this saga ending was one of the worst I've ever seen.… Expand
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MasterRileyJul 20, 2016
I like this one a fair bit better than Part 1, but it still isn't nearly as good as the first two movies were. Its got some great action and plot development in comparison to Part 1, but just doesn't reach the same level of excitement as theI like this one a fair bit better than Part 1, but it still isn't nearly as good as the first two movies were. Its got some great action and plot development in comparison to Part 1, but just doesn't reach the same level of excitement as the first two. And that may not even be the movies fault, it may just be because of the story of the final book. The fact the third book didn't have a traditional arena like the first two is the main thing that lost some of my interest. Still a great watch though.… Expand
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mhansen69Jun 9, 2016
What a terrible, terrible movie. Why did they have to split the last book into 2 films? The 3rd book was great. Why did they have to mess with it? I'm seriously considering throwing-out both DVDs of The Mockingjay. I never want to see themWhat a terrible, terrible movie. Why did they have to split the last book into 2 films? The 3rd book was great. Why did they have to mess with it? I'm seriously considering throwing-out both DVDs of The Mockingjay. I never want to see them again. I think I'll just read the 3rd book again and hope to forget I ever saw those last two awful movies.… Expand
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Stargirl04May 15, 2016
I didn't like it as much as the first two probably because there are so many unanswered questions that I am assuming they will answer in the last movie. I really enjoy jennifer Lawrence and her acting abilities and I am looking forward toI didn't like it as much as the first two probably because there are so many unanswered questions that I am assuming they will answer in the last movie. I really enjoy jennifer Lawrence and her acting abilities and I am looking forward to watching them all straight through. I didn't read the books so I can't comment on how they are alike or different… Expand
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horrorliefhebMay 14, 2016
-The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 2 is a 2015 American epic dystopian science fiction war film directed by Francis Lawrence, with a screenplay by Peter Craig and Danny Strong. It is the fourth and final installment in The Hunger Games film-The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 2 is a 2015 American epic dystopian science fiction war film directed by Francis Lawrence, with a screenplay by Peter Craig and Danny Strong. It is the fourth and final installment in The Hunger Games film series, and the second of two films based on the novel Mockingjay, the final book in The Hunger Games trilogy, by Suzanne Collins. Produced by Nina Jacobson and Jon Kilik, and distributed by Lionsgate, the film features an ensemble cast that includes Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, Liam Hemsworth, Woody Harrelson, Elizabeth Banks, Julianne Moore, Philip Seymour Hoffman (in his final film role), and Donald Sutherland. Principal photography on both parts of the film began on September 23, 2013 in Atlanta, before moving to Paris for two weeks of back-to-back filming and officially concluding on June 20, 2014, in Berlin and at Babelsberg Studios, Germany.

-The story continues from The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1, with Katniss Everdeen (Jennifer Lawrence), as she prepares to win the war against President Snow (Donald Sutherland) and the tyrannical Capitol. Together with Peeta, Gale, Finnick, and others, she travels to the Capitol to kill Snow. However, President Coin (Julianne Moore), the leader of District 13 and the rebellion, hides a bigger agenda that could not only jeopardize Katniss' life, but the future of Panem.

-Part 2 was positively received by critics for its performances, screenplay, and action sequences, though it was criticized for splitting the final adaptation into two separate parts. The film had garnered a nomination for Best Fantasy Film at the 42nd Saturn Awards. For her part, Lawrence was awarded as the Favorite Movie Actress at the 2016 Kids' Choice Awards and Best Hero at the 2016 MTV Movie Awards.

--Critical response:

-The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 2 has received generally positive reviews from critics, with praise aimed at the action sequences and cast performance (mainly Lawrence's, as well as Malone and Hutcherson's) and criticism aimed at the makers splitting the source material for two separate adaptations. Many critics, however, found the film a satisfying conclusion to the Hunger Games series. On review aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes, the film has an approval rating of 70%, based on 235 reviews, with an average rating of 6.5/10. The site's consensus reads: "With the unflinchingly grim Mockingjay Part 2, The Hunger Games comes to an exciting, poignant, and overall satisfying conclusion." On Metacritic, the film has a weighted average score of 65 out of 100, based on 44 critics, indicating "generally favorable reviews". Audiences polled by CinemaScore gave the film an average grade of "A–" on an A+ to F scale.… Expand
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ThatmoviesdudeApr 18, 2016
This is an overly satisfying conclusion for those who have read the book, but altogether may leave people wanting something more like the original. Great fun.
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aadityamudharApr 17, 2016
Katniss Everdeen: "Tonight, turn your weapons to the Capitol!".

The story in Mockingjay Part 2 is Katniss fully embracing her role as the face of the district revolution in the "Mockingjay" she leads an all-out assault on the capital toKatniss Everdeen: "Tonight, turn your weapons to the Capitol!".

The story in Mockingjay Part 2 is Katniss fully embracing her role as the face of the district revolution in the "Mockingjay" she leads an all-out assault on the capital to bring down President Snow and his autocratic rule once and for all.

After the dull filler that was Mockingjay Part 1, I mean splitting movies into two parts isn't a great idea with some book adaption movies that don't need it, because the books themselves were not long and flowed together nicely. And yes Harry Potter did the splitting movies into two because well, the book itself was freaking huge, so huge that a little toddler can reach the top shelf by standing on the freaking book. It's completely pointless and now every book adaptation movie is doing it just to cash in more money.

I didn't like Mockingjay Part 1 that much. Nothing interesting was developed in that movie and part 1 was nothing but a set up to the next movie, which you should never do, because when you do a marathon of all of the movies, part 1 is the one that you want to skip. That's what Part 1 was 'a set up' and it doesn't stand on it's own as film (In my opinion). But all that a side, I sawed Mockingjay Part 2 a few days ago and it wasn't that great. It was way better than Part 1 when comes to something happening, but that's not saying much, because while I was watching the movie I had the same uneasy feel that Part 1 gave me and not in a good way. It isn't a bad movie, but it wasn't great.

The one major positive that I can give that was all throughout The Hunger Games franchise was Jennifer Lawrence. She has so much to do here and really makes her character shine in this movie. She once again dose a great performance that wasn't over acting or being too dramatic, but it was simple and locked down. She was without a doubt the best part of this movie.

This is a very dark and grim movie with no comic relief from the other characters, and these no messing around here and that element in the movie dose work...sometimes. These many scenes in this movie that was overly sad and so dramatic, to the point that I said to myself "Oh my lord, this movie is so miserable and grim". I know a finale like this isn't going to end quietly and it worked sometimes, but sometimes it overly did it.

This is Philip Seymour Hoffman's last movie and I think the movie did justice for his character in a respectful way due to the actors passing. I know it was hard for the cast to deal with Hoffman's death, since he's character had a major scene in this movie that he never got a chance to film due to his death. I thought the movie did great job of working around it respectfully. R.I.P Philip Seymour Hoffman.

Now for the problems: The first half of this movie and the last is so freaking slow with it's pacing, to the point that it was basically killing the spirit of this movie with the lack of energy. The movie never made me feel like the stakes were high as it felt too easy. There was never a moment that made me feel like I was on the edge of my seat or biting my nails worried for what's going, because as I said before the stakes never felt high to me. That's really disappointing and I had so much high hopes for this movie to be an intense finale with a satisfying ending...well I got some of that, but not the satisfying or intense part.

Was the ending satisfying? well, it was fine ending, but not the best as the movie didn't know how to end. The endings were dragged out.

Overall Mockingjay Part 2 will satisfy some fans of the franchise. I do think it's better Part 1 as I felt like a lot of things were happening. Unfortunately this movie dose have the same problems that Part 1 had with it's pacing and it's lack of energy. I didn't think this movie was great and I know for a fact that five years from now I will completely forget about this movie.… Expand
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Patrick94Apr 15, 2016
Yaaaaawn. I have no idea how I got through that. Probably the most boring of the entire series. With a crap ton of cheese thrown in for good measure, and hours spent on people staring at each other, moping about, and generally justYaaaaawn. I have no idea how I got through that. Probably the most boring of the entire series. With a crap ton of cheese thrown in for good measure, and hours spent on people staring at each other, moping about, and generally just complaining about how depressing everything is.… Expand
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andikApr 15, 2016
The worsest Panem movie ever, this movie has only one purpose, COMMERCE, to get money from us for a really cheap and bad movie, TOTALLY DISAPPOINTING!
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ratemoviesApr 8, 2016
Great movie! I loved it! Left out some details in the book, but there was no way to include everything in a movie. Beginning is slow, but the best movie in the series. MUST SEE FOR SURE!
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LeZeeApr 4, 2016
A necessary finishing touch with an unnecessary lag.

If the single book 'The Hobbit' was extended to three movies, then that's alright, because that was a large concept with hundreds of unique characters which can take the stretch inA necessary finishing touch with an unnecessary lag.

If the single book 'The Hobbit' was extended to three movies, then that's alright, because that was a large concept with hundreds of unique characters which can take the stretch in narration. But for this series, lucky to be the first film to get away with a big hit, mainly because of teen audience.

Honestly, I liked the 2nd film very much, but the third movie was a letdown, especially this one was utterly useless. Because the 80% of the story ended in the previous part and in this, it was a necessary finishing touch with an unnecessary lag.

Might have been a better film if the 'Mockingjay' was a single movie. Nowadays there are many strange ways to make money, the art of storytelling in the movies is slowing vanishing while adapting a book for the silver screen by splitting them into two and/or three. This culture has to stop, the book fans are enjoying the original masterpiece, while film fanatic like me is suffering a setback. In this 2 hour long movie there are lots of scenes that simply wastes time to bring sufficient runtime.

Due to the circumstances that I mentioned, the flow was disturbed, mainly because of the release gap between the last two films. Emotions are not felt, actions were weakened, you could only recognise it rushing towards the conclusion. And that section should have been the ultimatum, what comes later is what we call 'happily ever after or the other way' should have been very brief, but in here it was not. Like a new beginning of a new story, it went on too far.

From the screenwriter's perspective that has to be done. I had seen the split movies like 'Twilight', 'Harry Potter' and others, but this one was the worst among them. Even if you try all the four movies in a single sitting, the first two will be the best you can get and the followed two would surely disappoint you because of the slowness.

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jlittle1404Mar 30, 2016
Great way to finish off the Hunger Games series. Exciting and leaves you wanting more. This has a good bit of action but just wish there was a little more. Solid ending to a very good series.
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RPKHMar 28, 2016
The start of The Hunger Games series was hopeful however the resumption was hopeless. The Mockingjay part 2 has a slow rhythm and even slower near the end! As the end of the series it should be a great ending but definitely it is not, ofThe start of The Hunger Games series was hopeful however the resumption was hopeless. The Mockingjay part 2 has a slow rhythm and even slower near the end! As the end of the series it should be a great ending but definitely it is not, of course it has a happy ending but happy ending is not enough. At the end of the film, cries of the mockingjay that has been exile who supposedly is the hero of the story make even worse ending.… Expand
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TheQuietGamerMar 26, 2016
The Hunger Games comes to a close on the big screen. The conclusion is dark, shocking, and all around riveting for fans. The series has always been grim, but I honestly think this might be the most brutal of the series. Not from an actionThe Hunger Games comes to a close on the big screen. The conclusion is dark, shocking, and all around riveting for fans. The series has always been grim, but I honestly think this might be the most brutal of the series. Not from an action standpoint, but from the themes on display.

Corruption, PTSD, heartbreak, and loss are all key elements of this tale and have been from the beginning. However amongst all of the moral grays and blacks of the conflict, there's also a ray of hope. The hope that things might just have a happy(ish) ending and that these characters might finally find some peace. We say goodbye to a lot of familiar faces along the way, but it's worth seeing things through to the end.

The high-quality of the series is still in place. As are all of the elements you either loved or hated in the previous movies. It's not always the happiest of conclusions, but it is a satisfying one. If you are a fan then don't expect to be let down. If you aren't a fan, then why are you even reading up on it?

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SchroederRockMar 25, 2016
Part of The Mocking Jay neither disappoints the franchise as an ending nor truly exhilarates. Everything is as-expected for the most part and that's part of the problem with this final film - you see nearly everything coming instead of beingPart of The Mocking Jay neither disappoints the franchise as an ending nor truly exhilarates. Everything is as-expected for the most part and that's part of the problem with this final film - you see nearly everything coming instead of being left on your heels with every swing the movie takes at you. I enjoyed the political musical chairs aspect and how things that seem good could be bad and vice versa. Donald Sutherland again shines as President Snow but his role is always a bit gated in these movies despite being the main villain. Perhaps my biggest complaint is that, after all of this build up to an assault on the capital, the fight ends somewhat abruptly and without a lot of "oomph", even though there's a couple surprises in those moments. The time taken on the aftermath is both warranted and a bit drawn out, as if the movie's creators and overseers didn't know how quite to end things on the big screen. They try to sort everything out when not every little detail must be sorted (or at least with as much emphasis). Still, Mockingjay Part 2 rallies after its first part clearly cut back on the suspense created by the fantastic Catching Fire. If you've watched all the other movies don't stop before the story is over because, even if this movie isn't quite what I had hoped it would be, it's still a good film and a good-enough send-off for the series as a whole.… Expand
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smiyamotMar 23, 2016
A fitting end to the trilogy. Katniss grew up in more ways than one. She went from being a slave to a leader. And she saw the "same old, same old" and did something about it. Wow, look out Hillary! This 4 parter was drawn out and thereA fitting end to the trilogy. Katniss grew up in more ways than one. She went from being a slave to a leader. And she saw the "same old, same old" and did something about it. Wow, look out Hillary! This 4 parter was drawn out and there have been a couple of other trilogies in the theaters since the first movie. Definitely over saturated. The "Divergent" trilogy is not doing big bucks in release now; I'm amazed no one comes out and says come up with a new idea for a movie. Same old, same old.… Expand
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SreflyMar 20, 2016
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wtf?worst movie ever who made this wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?wtf?… Expand
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samichsupernovaMar 17, 2016
A fitting if artless end to the Hunger Games series, with the exception of a bunch of added scenes this is pretty accurate to the book, but the amount of padding both here and in Mockingjay Pt. 1 really dilutes the experience, ruins theA fitting if artless end to the Hunger Games series, with the exception of a bunch of added scenes this is pretty accurate to the book, but the amount of padding both here and in Mockingjay Pt. 1 really dilutes the experience, ruins the overall pacing, and creates an oppressive atmosphere without adding much to the thematic content.

Nothing in the film is quite as believable as it should be, and scenes that should hit hard don't have too much impact, or they have their impact delayed. For instance, the much-hyped sewer sequence features the only decent action in the film and is admittedly freaky and tense, but the way it concludes seems tossed together and I didn't really believe it. There's a scene at the gate of Snow's mansion that is pretty sloppy. The writing was fine and much of it was true to the book but they did not go far enough into ideologies IMO. Given that they were going to add a bunch of stuff anyway, I wanted discussions on the immorality of war, on whether or not the rebels should even continue to have districts, and whether or not there should even be a central government anymore after the war.

The performances are fine as always, though the movie still lingers far too much on Lawrence's Katniss, who's intense and determined and finally trying a little tenderness, but doesn't have that much to do, nor does she have a complete arc in this film that results in a change in her character. The film wants to get into her head space, but she still seems like a bit of a stranger. IMO the film does not really capture the inner turmoil she went through in the book, especially during the last act of the story, where it seemed like she was totally losing her mind. She does have a big breakdown that is well-acted but for the rest of the film she plays it pretty one-note. Philip Seymour Hoffman's death is also felt in the last act, but at least it gives Haymitch something more to do. Elizabeth Banks has one scene where she bids goodbye to Katniss and steals the show. Aside from the brooding Gale and Peeta and Coin and Snow (the two best supporting performances in this film - I wanted more of Donald Sutherland's scenery-chewing), the rest of the cast don't do much because the director is so focused on Katniss' brooding self.

It's whatever and by the end of it I was actually legitimately bored. That should NOT happen. I read all of these books in a weekend because I was so addicted to them. But the movie just drags on and on with inconsequential scene after scene that does little to advance the story, characters, or themes beyond what has already been established. Given the source material, I thought this could be the strongest of the films, but in fact, it might be the worst. A lot of its impact is flat-out diluted due to sloppy directing and editing choices. For fans of the franchise, it's still worth watching and it does provide a subversive and fitting conclusion for this series. I just wish it were more artfully done and made with more confidence.… Expand
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RilianusMar 13, 2016
Failed to convey the central message of the book

In order to properly convey my feelings let me first talk about the book and how the movie completely failed it here. The central message of the book is this: 'War is awful, no matterFailed to convey the central message of the book

In order to properly convey my feelings let me first talk about the
book and how the movie completely failed it here.

The central message of the book is this: 'War is awful, no matter what
you're fighting for, which side you're on or how rightful your claim
is'

Throughout the whole book we're led to believe that we're gradually
moving closer to the real goal: killing Snow. Sure, bad things happen
but ends justify the means, don't they? It gets worse and worse. Peeta
is broken. Finnick Dies. And then it happens, an event that makes it
all meaningless: Primrose is dead. After that we're led through
paranoia, depression and pointlessness of it all as we're moving
through the fallout with Katniss. When Katniss kills Coin it is a
highly emotional event: is she really behind it all? We're in a state
of confusion and uncertainty and the whole event shocks us, makes
Katniss even more emotionally vulnerable and about to kill herself.
Even when she chooses Peeta at the end of the book it doesn't really
matter - he's there for her, but in the end all of it wasn't really
worth it for Katniss. She learns to cope, she learns to live sort of a
half-life, she even manages to have children of her own. But even after
all these years she's utterly broken by her loss.

None of it is captured in the movie.

The whole buildup is excellent, the movie closely follows the books,
there is tension, there is artistic sophistication and the moment the
first bomb is dropped on the Capitol children it really grips you by
the heart and you feel pain, feel how senseless those deaths were.

And then the second bomb comes and that's where it goes all wrong. It
happens fast, there is no buildup, no gradual realization on the
Katniss's side that her sister is about to die and there is nothing she
can do about it. After that we're led to the hospital scene and it's
all sort of muted - Katniss is sitting there stone-faced, she talks
sort of around the topic with Haymitch and her mother, like it's
something awkward - there is none of Katniss's hysteria, nail fighting
or paranoia. If she were to write the note about it in her journal i'd
imagine it'd go something like this: ' Dear Diary,

My sister died yesterday. I'm still sad about it, but there's nothing I
can do. I visited Snow and he raised my suspicions about Coin. Coin
asked us about another Hunger Games and I agreed. After that I killed
Coin. It was pretty bad, but then we went home. Things were sort of OK
then, but I cried a little. I hope I can learn to live again. '

Which is NOTHING compared to the what was captured in the book. Even
the epilogue with her children has too much of an optimistic side to
it, like things are good again, which wasn't the point of it at all - it doesn't convey that she was still utterly broken by this point, even after all these years. In conclusion this movie utterly failed to convey the central message and the crucial parts of the work. It simply doesn't have the impact that the book conveyed so beautifully - it all happens, but without any emotions involved and we're left with about the same feeling as watching the paint dry. It's a subtle thing to make it properly, but it was definitely achievable - a little longer shot here, a bit more of a emotion there, a bit of a silence here and make it all more personal by moving it all closer to us. Because those scenes were so crucial to the movie, it's high point, it's definitive moment I'm left with no choice but give it 7/10 for the buildup and 2/10 for the ending, leaving us with 4/10 overall. Had those scenes been shot properly this movie could've easily been an 8-9/10, but as such we're left bitter and disappointed. Now if you excuse me I'm off to read the latter part of 'Mockingjay' to wash the bad aftertaste and forget what a disappointment it was on the screen.… Expand
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JSChevesMar 12, 2016
Okay everyone this Movie Sucks..THE first Thing i have to get off my chest is the god damn Booby Trap detector like WTF . The Black Guy who was one of the First to Die had to sign off to "Kat" . For a dumbass booby trap detector? BombsOkay everyone this Movie Sucks..THE first Thing i have to get off my chest is the god damn Booby Trap detector like WTF . The Black Guy who was one of the First to Die had to sign off to "Kat" . For a dumbass booby trap detector? Bombs falling on Kids! **** Alien Fish Zombies!!! Cheetah Woman?? This Movie is Terrible idk how people watched this movie without vomiting??!!… Expand
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CineAutoctonoMar 10, 2016
"The Hunger Games: Mockingjay : Part 2 " was an emotional movie , and almost entertaining , the end of the super saga became known , it was not like I thought , was actually written in the book, but what I'm going to out of " the Hunger Games"The Hunger Games: Mockingjay : Part 2 " was an emotional movie , and almost entertaining , the end of the super saga became known , it was not like I thought , was actually written in the book, but what I'm going to out of " the Hunger Games " is the remarkable and difficult adventure that Katniss Everdeen had to go and it was one of my favorite sagas , Jennifer Lawrence made ​​me fall in love with this movie and surprisingly acted Katniss in the series, a movie very good, but the phenomenal saga.… Expand
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imdanielaplinFeb 5, 2016
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. OKAY SO THIS IS THE BEST MOVIE EVER. IDK WHAT ELES TO SAY IT IS AMAZING! but prim and finnick :( and the sewer sequence was awesome aswell as the city circle scene!… Expand
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spencieJan 25, 2016
I'm a big fan of the first two books and the first two movies, and I never really liked the Mockingjay book. Part 1 was a boring movie and Part 2 is kind of boring as well. It's better than Part 1, but still suffers from the same things asI'm a big fan of the first two books and the first two movies, and I never really liked the Mockingjay book. Part 1 was a boring movie and Part 2 is kind of boring as well. It's better than Part 1, but still suffers from the same things as it. I did however enjoy this movie and found it to be a pretty satisfying ending to the series.… Expand
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Tyger44Jan 19, 2016
Good but not amazing. The books and the series as a whole is compelling with its setting and themes, but Mockingjay part 2 felt rushed but entertaining. It is genuinely emotional, but compared to other films of the holiday season, Part 2Good but not amazing. The books and the series as a whole is compelling with its setting and themes, but Mockingjay part 2 felt rushed but entertaining. It is genuinely emotional, but compared to other films of the holiday season, Part 2 feels underwhelming. Jennifer Lawrence is really good here, but now J-Law should be on notice, because Daisy Ridley is destined to be a star.… Expand
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ahmedimranJan 15, 2016
This movie is far too under rated. Probably the best Hunger Games movie released. The fact that the part 1 was unnecessary and was dragged made the audience not watch the second part. They should have made one Mockingjay movie. Otherwise theThis movie is far too under rated. Probably the best Hunger Games movie released. The fact that the part 1 was unnecessary and was dragged made the audience not watch the second part. They should have made one Mockingjay movie. Otherwise the best hunger games movie, full of action. Jennifer Lawrence killed it as Katniss in this one too!… Expand
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eagleeyevikingJan 5, 2016
The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 2 is the darkest and grittiest Hunger Games movie so far. It stays true to the novel and delivers some thrilling action although emotional scenes are needlessly rushed over.
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NikitaBrandtJan 3, 2016
After watching the film, I read the trilogy of books and was surprised how well adapted the story. In the book there are things that just can not be transferred to the screen. But Susan Collins, along with the writers did an excellent job andAfter watching the film, I read the trilogy of books and was surprised how well adapted the story. In the book there are things that just can not be transferred to the screen. But Susan Collins, along with the writers did an excellent job and we are seeing good quality movie.… Expand
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EpicLadySpongeJan 3, 2016
There's no reason to lower the score when they say most of it has got what it took from Part 1. Same old, same old. Doesn't really get anything original. Other than that, it's still a fun blast at the theaters before going on Blu-ray and DVD soon.
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anonymousreviewDec 26, 2015
Having used to be a fan of The Hunger Games franchise, this final installment was very much anticipated. Despite having been disappointed with the Mockingjay book, there is not much to critique this film about. Visually, the film wasHaving used to be a fan of The Hunger Games franchise, this final installment was very much anticipated. Despite having been disappointed with the Mockingjay book, there is not much to critique this film about. Visually, the film was excellent and as always the actors performed well. The plot was very well followed and true to Collins´ novel. Could do with less romantisisation of the love triangle between Katniss, Peeta and Gale and more focus on the corrupt society and rebellion. Nevertheless, a fantastic ending to a fantastic series.… Expand
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WheelzFourReelzDec 25, 2015
Even though the pacing is very slow and it's unnecessary to split Mockingjay into two parts, Mockingjay Part 2 was still a solid conclusion to the beloved franchise with enough action and character development to keep me interested.
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everlarkislifeDec 24, 2015
A brilliant movie that surpassed by expectations. Josh Hutcherson and Jennifer Lawrence were amazing. Everybody was. I was not prepared for the ending but it was perfect. I wish it wasn't over but the fire will burn forever.
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IFangirlDec 24, 2015
I cried like a little baby. Everything about it was perfect. I really loved it. Katniss is the best. A complicated hero, but a great hero. Not because she is a superhero but because she has flaws and has great courage.
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MaryMaeDec 24, 2015
It is hard to believe this series is over. It just felt like yesterday that I saw the first movie. This final installment is the whole package. Action and emotion. The script is very honest of the book, so if you loved the book, this movie isIt is hard to believe this series is over. It just felt like yesterday that I saw the first movie. This final installment is the whole package. Action and emotion. The script is very honest of the book, so if you loved the book, this movie is for you. Can't wait to see it again.… Expand
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MovieMan12Dec 24, 2015
From beginning to end this movie delivered. Jennifer Lawrence is such a seasoned actress and is beyond her years. The movie really wrapped up nicely. It was nice to see a movie and a series that didn't play to the Hollywood happy endingFrom beginning to end this movie delivered. Jennifer Lawrence is such a seasoned actress and is beyond her years. The movie really wrapped up nicely. It was nice to see a movie and a series that didn't play to the Hollywood happy ending cliché. The bittersweet ending felt deserved. I was really moved by the sincerity of the story.… Expand
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zack11Dec 24, 2015
Wow! Such an exciting conclusion to this series. It builds right where the last one left off. Everyone gets a deserving goodbye in this movie. Lots of drama and action. I was so impressed. Sad that this series is over.
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RavailDec 23, 2015
Mockingjay Part 2 is a spectacular conclusion to a very strong series. This is was one of the last good YA adaptions remaining in the film industry. This was the end of an era and this movie really did what was expected. It brought the hungerMockingjay Part 2 is a spectacular conclusion to a very strong series. This is was one of the last good YA adaptions remaining in the film industry. This was the end of an era and this movie really did what was expected. It brought the hunger games franchise to a breathtaking end. Above all the amazing acting, heartbreaking plot, the visual effects are amazing. The grand scale of this epic film really sets in the theme.… Expand
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Nassereddine18Dec 19, 2015
The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2 is the best movie of 2015, and the best one out of the entire series! Be sure to read the books first so you have a better understanding of what's going on. I liked how the movie was exactly like the book.The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2 is the best movie of 2015, and the best one out of the entire series! Be sure to read the books first so you have a better understanding of what's going on. I liked how the movie was exactly like the book. Recommended for people that like Action, Suspense and Thriller. Overall 10/10 Amazing Job Francis!!… Expand
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Naderade18Dec 17, 2015
The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2 serves as the best movie of 2015! It's action packed, suspense, awesome visual effects and a great emotional conclusion to a great series. Francis Lawrence has outdone himself, the visual representation ofThe Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2 serves as the best movie of 2015! It's action packed, suspense, awesome visual effects and a great emotional conclusion to a great series. Francis Lawrence has outdone himself, the visual representation of the book to the movie was on point! Suzanne Collins thank you for creating an idea that became a worldwide phenomenon. What I like most about The Hunger Games is that it represents what our world is currently going through, how society is falling apart, and how much conflict and war there is in this world. The series is sends out a message towards everyone that no matter who you are or where you came from, the courage of one can change the world. I felt that this movie didn't need to be split into two parts but who cares to be honest. I recommend this movie to everyone who likes action and suspense. Overall, The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2 is the best movie out of the entire series, the best movie of 2015, and the best ending to an uplifting saga that no one will ever forget. **10/10**… Expand
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mmh35Dec 14, 2015
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I finally saw The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2 and I wasn't disappointed. As someone who hasn't read the books but tends to like action movies and is a Jennifer Lawrence fan the movie was definitely worth seeing; and quite frankly was one of the better films of 2015. Although it is Lawrence's movie the ensemble is great ( Donald Sutherland, Julianne Moore, and Sam Claflin were all terrific; and though I was disappointed in how brief they were in the movie Woody Harrelson, Jena Malone and Elizabeth Banks also deserve kudos for doing the most with what they were given). It was nice to see Liam Hensworth grow throughout the film series. Josh Hutcherson gave a standout performance at the end of Mockingjay Part 1 and throughout Part 2. I also enjoyed Natalie Dormer's Cressida and Willow Shields' Prim, who was Katniss' heart from the beginning of the first film. There was something that should have been added. I would have liked to have seen the explanation in the movie as to why Joanna wasn't in combat with the rest of the gang. Joanna's meltdown during combat training would have been worth seeing. I was also bummed seeing Finnick's end; but at least he went out in dramatic fashion. I like Peeta. I like Gale, but I am a Finnick girl. I do predict bigger things coming Sam Claflin's way. Jennifer Lawrence did not fail to disappoint. I have seen some just decent action movies in my time. This was a really good one.… Expand
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Bruce722Dec 14, 2015
While the first part of this two-part final installment was pretty poorly done, the second installment was largely redeeming. Mockingjay - Part 2 gave the series the closure fans long desired and did a great job of delivering the goods peopleWhile the first part of this two-part final installment was pretty poorly done, the second installment was largely redeeming. Mockingjay - Part 2 gave the series the closure fans long desired and did a great job of delivering the goods people have come to expect from the franchise. Of course, Jennifer Lawrence was once again breathtaking. Her ability to deliver such a wide range of emotions and characters separate her from most of Hollywood. What has made this franchise unique, however, is how the rest of the cast consistently matches her performance, and at times seems to even surpass her. It only took the fourth and final movie but Josh Hutcherson finally felt like Peeta Mellark. His performance in this film will surely be underrated as the franchise will get catalogued with the rest of the teen girl franchises of this generation and that's a shame because he shined. Liam Hemsworth and the rest of the supporting cast also carried their weight. The visuals were also fantastic as the continued "coming to life" of the book was a joy to see. The only real negatives with this particular movie are largely tied to the first one. Because this is essentially the second half of an incredibly long film, it felt lacking in plot development. I also thought the director failed to capture what might be the most critical scene in the entire book series. It was still in the film but it was lost a bit in the chaos. Schindler's List comes to mind in how it was able to convey such strong emotions with such simple visuals. I also feel that a similar cinematic effect should've been used at the end to truly capture Katniss' emotions as that key event unfolded. Overall though, I think this franchise will be best suited for marathoning.… Expand
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JamesLDec 13, 2015
I never thought much of this series and I have not read the books. The first film was the best and this one is more interesting than part one. I will not give away the end but it was pretty much what I expected. All four films never rose toI never thought much of this series and I have not read the books. The first film was the best and this one is more interesting than part one. I will not give away the end but it was pretty much what I expected. All four films never rose to the level of the LOR in any category. Lawrence again looked bored as did Woody. Hoffman is dead and did this push him over that edge? In, fact everyone seemed relieved that it was over. I sure am. Yes, it made a lot of money but no on will remember or care about this film or the series of all four once you close the door and head to your car.… Expand
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RobiaantjeDec 12, 2015
One of the best films I've ever seen! Some parts were exciting and many parts were emotional. I liked the story from the beginning till the end. I really recommend this film!
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HealingToolbox1Dec 11, 2015
Copy of letter to Amy Nicholson, who gave the film 100. I gave it 90. Hi Amy, I read you when you were in LAWeekly. Just saw fourth film. I have to go back to the first Matrix movie for so bold a new angle on heroism.

The normalCopy of letter to Amy Nicholson, who gave the film 100. I gave it 90. Hi Amy, I read you when you were in LAWeekly. Just saw fourth film. I have to go back to the first Matrix movie for so bold a new angle on heroism.

The normal treatment would have been a showdown between Coin and Katniss, where Coin reveals she, not Snow, bombed the children. This scene is missing altogether (thank god) and the possibility of Coin as the new villain is a tossed off line with little weight or credibility given to it. Then Katnis does what no hero ever does in film, she kills deliberately--and it works!

Not since Matrix 1 have the rules been broken so wonderfully, in my memory.

The end result is the fourth movie becomes a character study of Katnis. The film is impossible to imagine without the landscape of Jennifer's face; especially, if you compare it to the heroine of Divergent, etc, etc. You are right. It's her withholding of emotion and impulsiveness which we learn to love.

All in all quite a remarkable and creative achievement unlike most Hollywood fare. I've read none of the books. From a summary of Book three, it appears the movie sharpens the themes admirably.… Expand
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WillColeDec 10, 2015
Mockingjay Part 2 is a film that manages to keep you entertained, however, it does not keep you on the edge of your seat. The acting of Lawrence and Hutcherson was fantastic, playing there characters exceptionally well. Harrelson and BanksMockingjay Part 2 is a film that manages to keep you entertained, however, it does not keep you on the edge of your seat. The acting of Lawrence and Hutcherson was fantastic, playing there characters exceptionally well. Harrelson and Banks were great however they where kept underused in the film. I found that the film was exciting but it lacked a lot of intense action scenes that I was hoping for. It's start was especially slow and I think they could of recapped the key points from Part 1 a lot quicker. It also wasn't just Haymitch and Effie who were underused it was many of the main characters. Part 2 is defiantly the worst film of the series and I was hoping for a better ending but it is worth a watch when it comes onto DVD.… Expand
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ConnorkirkerDec 9, 2015
The Hunger Games Mockingjay Part 2 comes with a satisfying ending for this great series. Even if it had a few notes off. Sure Part 1 didn't go good as i expected as i thought i would be.
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TheHonestJackDec 7, 2015
With all the gore, brutality, and emotional heft the series is known for, in addition to a keen political undertone and excellent performances by many of the cast members, the Hunger Games series concludes on a high note with this wellWith all the gore, brutality, and emotional heft the series is known for, in addition to a keen political undertone and excellent performances by many of the cast members, the Hunger Games series concludes on a high note with this well adapted and visually superb finale.… Expand
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sanyrubDec 6, 2015
Surprisingly good franchise that comes to an end with this final chapter where we finally see the war getting to its climax, not very usual in the typical sugar-coated blockbusters out there. Great acting pieces as always, especially fromSurprisingly good franchise that comes to an end with this final chapter where we finally see the war getting to its climax, not very usual in the typical sugar-coated blockbusters out there. Great acting pieces as always, especially from Jennifer Lawrence, who is pretty much perfect with very moving moments. You are left confused and jaw-dropped as events unfold. But also, from the rest of the cast. Josh as Peta has been fantastic too, and all the veterans who added quality to the films were good as always. What a great cast. I had never read the books and was never interested in this until Catching Fire hit theaters, so I was totally impressed with the final happenings. It´s true the epilogue seems a little out of place, but after so many strong events I understand they wanted to close it all with a positive message. Very entertaining with both great action scene and shockingly realistic war developments and more quiet pieces to let every actor shine. Top 3 blockbuster of the year along with Mad max (first) and The Martian.… Expand
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hgood0316Dec 6, 2015
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I think this movie was incredibly well done. I also couldn't help but think that throughout the movie, this could relate to a Biblical worldview. In the previous movie, Peeta's mind is warped by president snow to change the way he views Katniss and in this final movie Katniss is trying so hard to change his mind and prove who she really is. This is what God is doing for His children. He is trying to show us who He really is by sending us His son and showing us continual and unending grace and love and compassion,just as Katniss did to Peeta.… Expand
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gdiego135Dec 4, 2015
Almost the same as the previous one. I went the the theaters the first day it came out thinking it would be amazing, NOPE the same Boring crap from the last one, i almost fell asleep a lot of times while at the theater, but i stayed awakeAlmost the same as the previous one. I went the the theaters the first day it came out thinking it would be amazing, NOPE the same Boring crap from the last one, i almost fell asleep a lot of times while at the theater, but i stayed awake through this waste of money hoping it would get interesting. Only cool part was in the sewers.… Expand
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AnnatarYoungDec 2, 2015
Having followed the series casually, enjoying it but not exceptionally so, I can say that Mockingjay: Part 2 earns brownie points for capping off a series without ruining it in the finale. It was emotionally hitting even to someone who wasn'tHaving followed the series casually, enjoying it but not exceptionally so, I can say that Mockingjay: Part 2 earns brownie points for capping off a series without ruining it in the finale. It was emotionally hitting even to someone who wasn't wholly invested in the story and the moments of genuine tension were enthralling. The end did feel a little rushed though.

Jennifer Lawrence delivered a pretty fantastic performance as Katniss Everdeen (still one of the daftest names for a character ever, regardless of their position as the series' protagonist) although it was clear that there were a few flaws with the character's core writing and consistency.
The same can be said for Donald Sutherland, who commanded a respectable and powerful presence as an actor despite his character, President Snow, once again being somewhat thin.

All in all, this wasn't a bad movie but I'd hardly call it this year's biggest blockbuster. Some of the dialogue was a little repetitive and some of the scenes dragged a bit.… Expand
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busbfranDec 2, 2015
Stella series the captured the heart of many people. It's sad to see the end of an amazing production. Jennifer Lawrence we were all rooting for you, The Hunger Games is an instant classic.
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hanneguacamoleDec 1, 2015
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. By now, I have seen every book and watched every movie of the series. But my enthusiasm has gradually decreased with each installment. Reaching the fourth movie, I saw it solely because I had seen and read everything else. Of course Mockingjay Part 2 was going to be a marketing gimmick. I don't even know at this point if it followed the book, and I don't even care.

I can't say I would even call myself a fan of The Hunger Games, but it had potential – at one point. There are moments of brilliance that were begging to be brought out, like the killing of President Coin, yet I was left feeling like it didn't really matter. This dystopian world could have ben powerful and gripped our hearts, but the movie lost its way and fell into the typical trap of the love triangle. Thank god for Phillip Seymour-Hoffman. If it weren't for his performance shining through in a select few moments, I would be a little more down overall. Still breaks my heart that we don't see more of his role.

I think Jennifer Lawrence tried her best to make this last glimpse of the franchise a success, but what could she do? She's aged several years since the release of the first movie, as has her audience – including myself. Stretching out the story for four years is bound to lose the originality and Mockingjay is no exception. We're different people and we've grown apart.… Expand
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marcmyworksDec 1, 2015
Mockingjay Part 2 delivers the action and emotional rush that was needed in this film series finale. The action sequences are some of the best I have seen in a long time, though as someone who has never read the books, I cannot compare whatMockingjay Part 2 delivers the action and emotional rush that was needed in this film series finale. The action sequences are some of the best I have seen in a long time, though as someone who has never read the books, I cannot compare what was left out. I felt though that in this series Katniss and Peta's relationship and chemistry was more like siblings as opposed to lovers, this to me is the only weakness. This finale delivers, and really speaks of how overthrowing a dictatorship may result in even further consequences, something we can understand in today's political climate.… Expand
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MattBrady99Nov 30, 2015
Katniss Everdeen: "Tonight, turn your weapons to the Capitol!".

The story in Mockingjay Part 2 is Katniss fully embracing her role as the face of the district revolution in the "Mockingjay" she leads an all-out assault on the capital toKatniss Everdeen: "Tonight, turn your weapons to the Capitol!".

The story in Mockingjay Part 2 is Katniss fully embracing her role as the face of the district revolution in the "Mockingjay" she leads an all-out assault on the capital to bring down President Snow and his autocratic rule once and for all.

After the dull filler that was Mockingjay Part 1, I mean splitting movies into two parts isn't a great idea with some book adaption movies that don't need it, because the books themselves were not long and flowed together nicely. And yes Harry Potter did the splitting movies into two because well, the book itself was freaking huge, so huge that a little toddler can reach the top shelf by standing on the freaking book. It's completely pointless and now every book adaptation movie is doing it just to cash in more money.

I didn't like Mockingjay Part 1 that much. Nothing interesting was developed in that movie and part 1 was nothing but a set up to the next movie, which you should never do, because when you do a marathon of all of the movies, part 1 is the one that you want to skip. That's what Part 1 was 'a set up' and it doesn't stand on it's own as film (In my opinion). But all that a side, I sawed Mockingjay Part 2 a few days ago and it wasn't that great. It was way better than Part 1 when comes to something happening, but that's not saying much, because while I was watching the movie I had the same uneasy feel that Part 1 gave me and not in a good way. It isn't a bad movie, but it wasn't great.

The one major positive that I can give that was all throughout The Hunger Games franchise was Jennifer Lawrence. She has so much to do here and really makes her character shine in this movie. She once again dose a great performance that wasn't over acting or being too dramatic, but it was simple and locked down. She was without a doubt the best part of this movie.

This is a very dark and grim movie with no comic relief from the other characters, and these no messing around here and that element in the movie dose work...sometimes. These many scenes in this movie that was overly sad and so dramatic, to the point that I said to myself "Oh my lord, this movie is so miserable and grim". I know a finale like this isn't going to end quietly and it worked sometimes, but sometimes it overly did it.

This is Philip Seymour Hoffman's last movie and I think the movie did justice for his character in a respectful way due to the actors passing. I know it was hard for the cast to deal with Hoffman's death, since he's character had a major scene in this movie that he never got a chance to film due to his death. I thought the movie did great job of working around it respectfully. R.I.P Philip Seymour Hoffman.

Now for the problems: The first half of this movie and the last is so freaking slow with it's pacing, to the point that it was basically killing the spirit of this movie with the lack of energy. The movie never made me feel like the stakes were high as it felt too easy. There was never a moment that made me feel like I was on the edge of my seat or biting my nails worried for what's going, because as I said before the stakes never felt high to me. That's really disappointing and I had so much high hopes for this movie to be an intense finale with a satisfying ending...well I got some of that, but not the satisfying or intense part.

Was the ending satisfying? well, it was fine ending, but not the best as the movie didn't know how to end. The endings were dragged out.

Overall Mockingjay Part 2 will satisfy some fans of the franchise. I do think it's better Part 1 as I felt like a lot of things were happening. Unfortunately this movie dose have the same problems that Part 1 had with it's pacing and it's lack of energy. I didn't think this movie was great and I know for a fact that five years from now I will completely forget about this movie.… Expand
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StevieGJDNov 30, 2015
What a disappointing finale to this movie series. I really liked the books, though I thought the third one would be hard to make into a film. The first and second films were very entertaining and did a good job of capturing what the booksWhat a disappointing finale to this movie series. I really liked the books, though I thought the third one would be hard to make into a film. The first and second films were very entertaining and did a good job of capturing what the books were about, even with changes and omissions. The third book just didn't have enough in it to make two movies and both Mockingjay films suffer from the decision to make two films. But two films makes more money right? Jennifer Lawrence has become one of the best actresses of her generation, but she can't save this. The choices made to change key plot points really detract from the story here. It is actually boring at times. It is executed poorly. How could they do that to these books? Two movies makes more money than one. I hope Hollywood eventually sees that this choice can ruin something that could have been great. This is just ok, nothing more.… Expand
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VolverNov 30, 2015
Thank God this tragic series is over so we can all stop seeing / hearing the hype.

With any luck Woody, Elizabeth Banks, and PSH (RIP) would find more meaningful projects to devote their time to. Jennifer Lawrence, someone bought you anThank God this tragic series is over so we can all stop seeing / hearing the hype.

With any luck Woody, Elizabeth Banks, and PSH (RIP) would find more meaningful projects to devote their time to.

Jennifer Lawrence, someone bought you an Oscar and you completed your "quadrilogy". PLEASE just fade away like so many no talent flashes in the pan before you.… Expand
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beingryanjudeNov 29, 2015
Falling victim to unnecessarily splitting its source material, MOCKINGJAY PART 2 feels much less satisfying than it should. PART 1 saw a strong build and continued interest, which was only occasionally reciprocated in the finale. Lawrence andFalling victim to unnecessarily splitting its source material, MOCKINGJAY PART 2 feels much less satisfying than it should. PART 1 saw a strong build and continued interest, which was only occasionally reciprocated in the finale. Lawrence and the cast are strong as ever, but it's still disappointing.… Expand
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diogomendesNov 29, 2015
If there's anything good about this movie is Jennifer Lawrence. And she portrays Katniss very well. Everdeen (still a dumb name) is pretty much weighed down by the 3-movie war, and her facial expression is more than an indication of that. SoIf there's anything good about this movie is Jennifer Lawrence. And she portrays Katniss very well. Everdeen (still a dumb name) is pretty much weighed down by the 3-movie war, and her facial expression is more than an indication of that. So while the movie worked on that aspect, it ultimately dragged too long. I like using the word "drag" because intensifies that notion of something being slowly, really slowly drawn out, which happens here to my annoyance. Another thing, splitting the franchise's major conclusion is beyond irritating. It's tiresome, makes no sense, and affects the two-part films in predictable outcomes. If you want to make a movie about Snow's conflict with Katniss and build the world around them, that's fine by me, but for that, you have a long runtime, and editors. Yes, that's what editors are for. I hate when movies like these start off where the predecessor concluded. It just feels like I'm watching an extended episode of a TV Show and I pause at the very middle, one year later I continue the episode. This year's Maze Runner did it the same thing, though that movie was more of a crapfest.

Visually, it's sound -- no question about it. The CGI is passable, and the cinematography is amazing. The camerawork is fine when the action isn't taking place in the cliché-ridden sewers scene. That scene with the zombies was more clichéd than anyone could fathom. The writers must have found their ways into copycatting similar jump scares, cheap jump scares. There's that scene where a character stares at the bottom of the sewer, and the last second is riddled with zombies coming out of nowhere. Yeah, 3 seconds ago everything was so quiet, I'm not buying that. It's just one of those few familiar YA tropes that really isn't effective.

Do I recommend this movie? Only if you're a fan of the genre or even of Lawrence. I liked the action, the effects, I even liked the theme of the film, but this thing is getting so tiring. It's like eating stale bread from a stale store... oh well.

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ScribeHardNov 29, 2015
Lionsgate chose a director who could manufacture needless film in an effort to take a story that could have been something for the cinematic ages and turn it into a cash-grab. A franchise should end with some sense of melancholy that it’sLionsgate chose a director who could manufacture needless film in an effort to take a story that could have been something for the cinematic ages and turn it into a cash-grab. A franchise should end with some sense of melancholy that it’s over, that the characters we’ve invested in have no more stories to tell. With The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 2, that melancholy is replaced with a sense of relief that the series, and the bilking, have finally ended.… Expand
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ColeSoderstromNov 28, 2015
This movie is very very very slow. There are some good parts and the strong is sort of interesting at some parts but if your not a fan of the hunger games don't see this and if you are a fan you'll probably enjoy this but overall the movie isThis movie is very very very slow. There are some good parts and the strong is sort of interesting at some parts but if your not a fan of the hunger games don't see this and if you are a fan you'll probably enjoy this but overall the movie is just ok.… Expand
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