A leading official Hunger Games Movie source, Variety, has also reported on Jennifer Lawrence's possible official attachment to the film as the lead. Will this be it? Is Jennifer the one to bring to 'life' Katniss?
Exclusive: Jennifer Lawrence is close to getting an offer to star as Katniss in Lionsgate's "Hunger Games," Lionsgate's bet on the next "Twilight"-sized young-adult franchise.
Exclusive: Jennifer Lawrence is close to getting an offer to star as Katniss in Lionsgate's "Hunger Games," Lionsgate's bet on the next "Twilight"-sized young-adult franchise.
Age was a significant factor in the decision, as insiders have told Variety that Ross and Lionsgate execs were weighing whether to play the role younger or older. That would not only help determine the tone, but also play a part in casting other roles, specifically the role of Peeta, Katniss' love interest.
Steinfeld and Breslin are both 14 and Lawrence is 20. Though there are plenty of up-and-coming teenage actors, Lionsgate can more easily find a recognizable face in his 20s for the male lead.
The deal may have come together sooner, but Lawrence has not officially signed on to any other projects since her best actress nomination.
Steinfeld and Breslin are both 14 and Lawrence is 20. Though there are plenty of up-and-coming teenage actors, Lionsgate can more easily find a recognizable face in his 20s for the male lead.
The deal may have come together sooner, but Lawrence has not officially signed on to any other projects since her best actress nomination.