Sam Claflin – the Ipswich-born actor who has starred in the likes of SNOW WHITE AND THE HUNTSMAN and Channel 4’s ANY HUMAN HEART – has been officially welcomed into the cast of THE HUNGER GAMES sequel, THE HUNGER GAMES: CATCHING FIRE.
A few months ago, rumours were swirling around Hollywood that the role had gone to TWILIGHT star Robert Pattinson, but that was not to be so. Instead, Claflin has accepted the role of Finnick Odair, who is a favourite amongst fans of the book series. Odair comes from District 4 and is a tough competitor, determined to beat off rivals Katniss (Jennifer Lawrence) and Peeta (Josh Hutcherson).
So far, Clalflin has had a varied career, featuring in everything from TV programmes to PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: ON STRANGER TIDES. However, this role could really shoot him into the limelight. It’ll also be interesting to see what he does with the character, as both Lawrence and Hutcherson have made theirs their own.
THE HUNGER GAMES: CATCHING FIRE, directed by Francis Lawrence, is due for a 22nd November 2013 release.
Source: First Showing
Considering Jazmine grew up watching CARRY ON SCREAMING, THE LION KING and JURASSIC PARK on repeat for weeks on end, it made sense for her to study film at London South Bank University. It’s also a good thing that her course requires a lot of sitting down because she’s very accident-prone. When she’s not examining her bruises, she likes pretending that she doesn’t live in Southend-On-Sea and spends hours mindlessly blogging. Favourite films include BLUE VALENTINE, ETERNAL SUNSHINE OF THE SPOTLESS MIND and TOY STORY 2.
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