Jena Malone in play for Johanna role in 'Hunger Games' sequel

Jena Malone in play for Johanna role in 'Hunger Games' sequel

Jena Malone may be on target for a serious career resurgence, thanks to "Catching Fire," the sequel to"The Hunger Games."

The raven-haired actress has reportedly been offered the part of Johanna Mason in the blockbuster film's follow-up.

Malone was one of several names being considered by production company Lionsgate, but she has been offered the part and is negotiating terms, according to THR.com.

The character, a previous winner of the fictional Hunger Games that play out in Suzanne Collins' novels, is a significant supporting role opposite Jennifer Lawrence's Katniss Everdeen and Josh Hutcherson's Peeta Mellark.

The second film follows Katniss and Peeta back into the deadly game arena, where an All Stars-style death challenge awaits previous winners.

Malone, known for cult roles in"Into the Wild"and"Donnie Darko,"recently appeared in the highly rated History miniseries "Hatfield McCoys."

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