The Hunger Games: Catching Fire

Vigorous, gripping, fast-paced, and suitably poignant, The Hunger Games: Catching Fire is a sequel to write home about, one that improves the original on (almost) every level, expands its themes, and travels to darker destinations. An assured approach to the action and a smoother, steady-handed integration of an increasing number of ensemble players handily elevates Catching Fire above its mangy predecessor.