Hi 3 girls-
I also was unsure about all the 'hoop la'...
So just as I did when the harry potter books came out...I read them!
THE WHOLE SERIES! (all the harry...and the 3 related to hunger games).
The hunger games (and the next two books) are quite compelling. The female character (katniss) is a strong female young adult character...doing the 'best she can' under unimaginable circumstances.
I am anxious to see the movie...and certainly feel it would be appropriate for any kiddo 13 or older (whose parents have read the book (s) and are prepared for the conversations that the movie (and book) will provoke...
I would not 'camp out' to see it...BUT, like the harry potter series...will be anxious to 'see' and discuss with my kiddos.
I was NOT fond of the 'twilight' series...I think that series PALES into insignificance compared to the other two I mentioned...
Best luck!
michele/cat