Lionsgate and the filmmakers of "The Hunger Games: Catching Fire" announced that Philip Seymour Hoffman has been cast in the role of Plutarch Heavensbee, head gamemaker for the Hunger Games, in the film adaptation of Suzanne Collins' hit novel "Catching Fire. "
The actor and filmmaker just wrapped a Broadway run as Willy Loman in the revival of “Death of a Salesman,” for which he was nominated for a Tony Award. He will next be seen in Paul Thomas Anderson’s “The Master” and the indie film “A Late Quartet” alongside Catherine Keener and Christopher Walken. More recent films include “Moneyball,” “The Ides of March” and “Jack Goes Boating,” which marked Hoffman’s feature directorial debut.
"Catching Fire" begins as Katniss Everdeen (Jennifer Lawrence) has returned home safe after winning the 74th annual Hunger Games along with fellow tribute Peeta Mellark (Josh Hutcherson). Winning means that they must turn around and leave their family and close friends, embarking on a "Victor's Tour" of the districts. Along the way Katniss senses that a rebellion is simmering, but the Capitol is still very much in control as President Snow prepares the 75th annual Hunger Games (The Quarter Quell)--a competition that could change Panem forever.
"Catching Fire" will be directed by Francis Lawrence, who is replacing "The Hunger Games" director Gary Ross, and produced by Nina Jacobson’s Color Force in tandem with producer Jon Kilik. The novel on which the film is based is the second in a trilogy that has more than 36 million copies in print in the U.S. alone. Lionsgate will release "Catching Fire" on Nov. 22, 2013.
Hoffmam was first reported to be in talks for the part last month and now becomes the first official addition to the cast. Last week, Jena Malone ("Sucker Punch") was offered the role of Johanna Mason and is in negotiations.
"The Hunger Games" crossed the $400 million mark this past weekend at the domestic box office and has grossed $650 million worldwide.
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"Catching Fire" begins as Katniss Everdeen (Jennifer Lawrence) has returned home safe after winning the 74th annual Hunger Games along with fellow tribute Peeta Mellark (Josh Hutcherson). Winning means that they must turn around and leave their family and close friends, embarking on a "Victor's Tour" of the districts. Along the way Katniss senses that a rebellion is simmering, but the Capitol is still very much in control as President Snow prepares the 75th annual Hunger Games (The Quarter Quell)--a competition that could change Panem forever.
"Catching Fire" will be directed by Francis Lawrence, who is replacing "The Hunger Games" director Gary Ross, and produced by Nina Jacobson’s Color Force in tandem with producer Jon Kilik. The novel on which the film is based is the second in a trilogy that has more than 36 million copies in print in the U.S. alone. Lionsgate will release "Catching Fire" on Nov. 22, 2013.
Hoffmam was first reported to be in talks for the part last month and now becomes the first official addition to the cast. Last week, Jena Malone ("Sucker Punch") was offered the role of Johanna Mason and is in negotiations.
"The Hunger Games" crossed the $400 million mark this past weekend at the domestic box office and has grossed $650 million worldwide.
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