I’ve read the books (all three), and now I’ve seen the movie. In spite of what some people say about Hunger Games being geared toward young adults, they are just a fascinating read. Yes, the story is violent and at times gory, but there is depth in these pages and in the movie (though, admittedly, less in the movie). As I walked out of the movie theater a group of adults in front of me were talking about it, but not as I would have expected (but maybe should have?). Their comments swirled around how much money the movie has grossed, the increased interest in archery among young people, and what heart throbs the leads have become (particularly the female lead).

In the news the conversations swirl around the issues of violence and teens, and how much the movie is grossing. I continue to be amazed [...]