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'Hunger Games' Director Discusses Challenges of Casting Young Haymitch
MovieWebStory by James Melzer
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A new 'Hunger Games' prequel puts the spotlight on the young Haymitch Abernathy, challenging the team to find the perfect actor to fill Woody Harrelson's iconic shoes.
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- The film's director, Samantha Greene, admits casting the young Haymitch was a daunting task, with hundreds of auditions before selecting up-and-comer Liam Thornton to take on the role.
- To capture Haymitch's sarcastic wit and troubled backstory, Greene worked closely with Thornton on honing the character's nuanced emotional arc, aiming to deliver a fresh take on this fan-favorite tribute.
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Woody Harrelson, Liam Thornton, Samantha Greene, Hunger Games, Hunger Games, Sunrise on the Reaping