We Watch It!

“It's the things we love most that destroy us.”

Welcome to another captivating episode of “We Watch It!” Join hosts Cody Aaron Hanify, Shannon Mahaffey, and J.T. Hazzard as they delve into the compelling world of "The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes." In this episode, the trio dissects the prequel, exploring the intriguing narrative of Coriolanus Snow before his ascent to becoming the authoritarian President of Panem.

The story unfolds as the charming and handsome Coriolanus finds himself amid the adversity faced by the Snow family. Despite their struggles, a glimmer of hope emerges when Coriolanus is selected as a mentor for the 10th Hunger Games. However, his initial elation is swiftly tempered when he is tasked with mentoring Lucy Gray Baird, a tribute from the poverty-stricken District 12.

Throughout the episode, Cody, Shannon, and J.T. bring their unique perspectives to the fore, discussing the nuanced portrayal of Coriolanus Snow's character development, the intricate dynamics between mentor and tribute, and the thematic richness embedded within the storyline.

Listeners are cordially invited to engage further with the “We Watch It!” crew at wewatchitpodcast.com. Explore the website to submit your requests for movie reviews, gain access to a treasure trove of episodes, and follow Shannon's intriguing journey as she progresses through her cinematic list.

Tune in to this episode for a thought-provoking analysis and lively discussions that delve deep into the world of "The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes," exclusively on “We Watch It!” podcast.

- THE HUNGER GAMES : THE BALLAD OF SONGBIRDS AND SNAKES -

DIRECTED BY

Francis Lawrence

WRITTEN BY

Michael Lesslie

Michael Arndt

Suzanne Collins

STARRING

Rachel Zegler

Tom Blyth

Jason Schwartzman

Viola Davis

Hunter Schafer

Peter Dinklage

Josh Andrés Rivera

Mackenzie Lansing

Fionnula Flanagan

Isobel Jesper Jones

Kjell Brutscheidt

Michael Lesslie