Philip Seymour Hoffman Death Causes ‘Hunger Games: Mockingjay’ Production Shutdown – Director Francis Lawrence Refuses To Use CGI Following Actor’s Drug Overdose [VIDEOS]

Back in February of this year, the entertainment industry lost a powerhouse of talent in Philip Seymour Hoffman when he died from a drug mix. The actor, who had appeared in the previous Hunger Games film was reportedly filming scenes for Mockingjay, and had just two left – both of which included dialogue for the two-part film. His death left director Francis Lawrence at a loss for what to do. It’s now being reported that the director refused to use CGI to replace Hoffman, opting to rewrite instead. Read More »