Viola Davis Lands Role As Lead Villain In ‘Hunger Games’ Prequel

Viola Davis is set to play a warped villain in Lionsgate’s “Hunger Games” prequel, “The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes.” On Monday, the film’s official Twitter account confirmed the Oscar winner will star as Dr. Volumnia Gaul, Head Gamemaker of the 10th annual Hunger Games. Advertisement In the upcoming film — based on Suzanne Collins’ 2020 novel — Lucy Gray Baird, the female tribute from District 12, will face off in a televised, bloody battle royal against fellow kids. Fans of the franchise will recall Jennifer Lawrence’s character Katniss Everdeen was District 12’s tribute in the 74th and 75th games…. Read Full Article