Tarantino: Hunger Games 'Rip-off' of Battle Royale

Tarantino: Hunger Games 'Rip-off' of Battle Royale

Update: 2025-11-26
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Quentin Tarantino weighs in on The Hunger Games alleged inspiration from Battle Royale, expressing surprise that the Japanese author didnt sue Suzanne Collins. Despite the striking similarities, Collins claims she had no knowledge of Battle Royale until after writing The Hunger Games. Tarantino notes that the conversation shifted once the novel was adapted into a movie, with film critics pointing out the resemblance.

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Tarantino: Hunger Games 'Rip-off' of Battle Royale

Tarantino: Hunger Games 'Rip-off' of Battle Royale