The story of The Hunger Games is an intense depiction of a totalitarian society ruled by the Capitol, which has complete political control over the twelve districts which are all located in Panem. Those who live in the twelve districts must have the opportunity to participate in the famous Hunger Games intended to remember and represent the authority of the Capitol over the powerless districts. Suzanne Collin's novel and Gary Ross's Hunger Games film have several points in common but also some differences. Although the film follows the novel very closely, there are some apparent differences. For example, the book is told in the first person from the point of view of Katniss Everdeen, the protagonist. This is why readers observe this world from Katniss's mind in the book, whereas in the film she never speaks in the first person. This lets us see fewer external events in the book and revolves the story solely around his interpretations. In the film however, we see the world of Panem from a global perspective. Viewers witness fully concrete situations, whereas in the novel Katniss may simply recount certain events in a few sentences or not mention them at all. For example, in the movie, there is a huge riot in District 11 after the death of a young girl named Rue. This incident in the book cannot be described from Katniss's point of view because she is not aware of it at the time as she is participating in the Hunger Games. The district does send her a parachute, a gift from a sponsor, and she wonders how these people sent it when they can barely afford food (Collins 239). This would be one of the very few drawbacks when it comes to the book versus the...... middle of paper...... and in no way detracted from the greatness of the film. So I have to say that I enjoyed the movie as much as the book. As previously stated, the director made the film tie so closely to the book's storyline and I think that's what allowed the film to thrive. However, when it comes to the book, I sometimes prefer that we hear Katniss's thoughts about the people of the Capitol and Panem, especially her feelings towards Gale and Peeta. Still, I can't help but appreciate a good love story. Both Collins and Ross have done a remarkable job creating a sensational science fiction story that captivates its readers and viewers. I think it's rare to find a film that portrays aspects of a novel so cohesively, and while there are some differences, I think the film does an exceptional job of encompassing the vision of this book..