• In the opening shot, Effie is wearing a very bright colour in contrast with her surroundings. What do you think this tells us about her character?
• After Primrose’s name is announced, why do you think the camera focuses on Katniss?
• How do you think Primrose would feel when her name is called out?
• Why do you think the soldiers try to stop Katniss?
• The filmmaker does not use any background music during this scene between Primrose and Katniss. Why do you think this is?
• If you could include background music for this scene, what would it sound like? Can you think of any instruments or dynamics that would suit the scene best?
• As Katniss walks up the stairs, the camera shifts to look as if it is from her point of view. Why do you think the filmmaker chooses to do this? Is it effective?
• As she walks to the mic, we can hear natural sounds such as footsteps and body movements. Why do you think the filmmaker has chosen to highlight these sounds?
• Do you think Effie’s personality and dialogue suits what is happening in this scene? Why/why not?
• Why do you think the crowd make a gesture rather than clap?
• As Peeta’s name is called, we begin to hear music. What instruments can you hear and can you describe how they are playing?
• As Peeta and Katniss are asked to shake hands, a flashback scene is shown. Why do you think the filmmaker chose to do this? What does it tell us about the character of Peeta?

Credit: Laura McEachran @MissLMacDonald