The highly anticipated The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes is set to be released on November 17, 2023. The film, based on the novel by Suzanne Collins, a prequel to The Hunger Games, explores the story of Coriolanus Snow and Lucy Gray Baird, 64 years before the events of the original novel. Today, Lionsgate has dropped the official trailer for the film.
The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes Official Trailer
In The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, we are introduced to a young Coriolanus Snow, played by Tom Blyth, who is the last hope for his failing lineage. The once-proud Snow family has fallen from grace in a post-war Capitol, and Snow is reluctantly assigned to mentor Lucy Gray Baird, played by Rachel Zegler, a tribute from the impoverished District 12.
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As Snow’s livelihood is threatened, he sees an opportunity to shift his fate and that of the Snow family when Lucy Gray’s charm captivates the audience of Panem. With everything he has worked for hanging in the balance, Snow unites with Lucy Gray to turn the odds in their favor. But as Snow battles his instincts for both good and evil, he sets out on a race against time to survive and reveal if he will ultimately become a songbird or a snake.
The film boasts an all-star cast, including Peter Dinklage, Hunter Schafer, Josh Andrés Rivera, Jason Schwartzman, and Viola Davis, who are sure to bring their A-game to this thrilling prequel.
Directed by Francis Lawrence, who also directed The Hunger Games: Catching Fire and The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1 and 2, The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes is set to deliver a visually stunning and action-packed experience. The screenplay is written by Michael Lesslie and Michael Arndt, who are sure to bring the story to life in a compelling way.
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The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes promises to deliver a fresh perspective on the events that led up to The Hunger Games, exploring the character of Coriolanus Snow in a new light. Fans can expect a thrilling adventure that will keep them on the edge of their seats and leave them wanting more.
While the film has not yet been rated, it is sure to attract a wide audience of fans and newcomers alike. The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes is a must-see for anyone who loves action, adventure, and drama, and who is eager to explore the world of Panem in a new way.
The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes premieres exclusively in theaters on November 17, 2023.
About The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes
Release date: November 17, 2023
Directed by: Francis Lawrence
Screenplay by: Michael Lesslie and Michael Arndt
Based on the Novel by: Suzanne Collins
Produced by: Nina Jacobson, Brad Simpson, Francis Lawrence
Executive Producers: Suzanne Collins, Mika Saito, Jim Miller, Tim Palen
Synopsis
THE HUNGER GAMES: THE BALLAD OF SONGBIRDS & SNAKES follows a young Coriolanus (Tom Blyth) who is the last hope for his failing lineage, the once-proud Snow family that has fallen from grace in a post-war Capitol. With his livelihood threatened, Snow is reluctantly assigned to mentor Lucy Gray Baird (Rachel Zegler), a tribute from the impoverished District 12.
But after Lucy Gray’s charm captivates the audience of Panem, Snow sees an opportunity to shift their fates. With everything he has worked for hanging in the balance, Snow unites with Lucy Gray to turn the odds in their favor. Battling his instincts for both good and evil, Snow sets out on a race against time to survive and reveal if he will ultimately become a songbird or a snake.
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Source: Lionsgate
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