November 16, 2012

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November 16, 2012
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Bond, Unshaken
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Features
1. Killing 007 Ain't Easy
  
  The ultimate backstory of how Daniel Craig, director Sam Mendes and "Skyfall’s" producers brought Bond back, better than ever.
  - Stephen Galloway
2. Daniel Craig: Debriefed
  
  The actor looks back at the effect 007 has had on his life, risking his neck and skydiving with the queen.
  - Stephen Galloway
3. Bringing Bond’s Style Into 2012
  
  "Skyfall's" costume designer trimmed some edges to bring 007's iconic look up to date.
  - THR Staff
4. Actor Roundtable
  
  An unknown Jamie Foxx once tried (unsuccessfully) to hug Denzel Washington, thoughts on over-40 actresses and the head games fame plays even on these six ...
  - Matthew Belloni
  - Stephen Galloway
5. Next Gen 2012: Agents
  
  These dealmakers work behind the scenes to bring together top film and television talent.
  - THR Staff
6. Next Gen 2012: Television
  
  On broadcast and cable, these creative execs have helped forged a new golden era on the small screen.
  - THR Staff
7. Next Gen 2012: Digital
  
  As the Internet morphs from a marketing tool to a distribution platform, these execs will guide you through.
  - THR Staff
8. Next Gen 2012: Film
  
  These execs marshall the big-screen bonanzas that enthrall audiences worldwide.
  - THR Staff
9. Next Gen 2012: News
  
  Making sense of the 24-hour Internet-driven news cycle requires a steady hand.
  - THR Staff
10. Next Gen 2012: Publicity
  
  From press releases to media strategies, these message mavens run the show.
  - THR Staff
11. Next Gen 2012: Management
  
  These insiders boast client lists that read like a who's who of Hollywood.
  - THR Staff
12. Next Gen 2012: Legal
  
  Navigating the ever-changing business environment of Hollywood requires top counsel.
  - THR staff
13. Next Gen 2012: Writers & Directors
  
  These creative talent standouts are building the first chapters of what should be long careers.
  - THR Staff
14. Next Gen 2012: Actors
  
  These young actors are graduating from supporting roles to leading men.
  - THR Staff
15. Next Gen 2012: Actresses
  
  Some with famous family, others entirely new faces, these young stars have already made an impression.
  - THR Staff
16. Next Gen 2012: All-Star Alumni
  
  Seven former honorees gather to offer wisdom to their younger selves.
  - Lacey Rose
  - Leslie Bruce
17. A Letter From Jeffrey Katzenberg
  
  DWA's chief urges THR’s Next Gen to give back.
  - Jeffrey Katzenberg
18. At Last, a Studio Smackdown!
  
  AWARDS SEASON: It's been a six-year drought since a major studio has taken best picture. Now, every single one has a serious contender.
  - Pamela McClintock
19. Q&A: Alan Cumming
  
  AWARDS SEASON 2012: The actor has become the go-to guy to host the Britannia Awards.
  - Gregg Kilday
20. Making of 'Beasts of the Southern Wild'
  
  Benh Zeitlin's first feature, whose stars include a New Orleans baker and an enchanting child found among 4,000 girls.
  - Stephen Galloway
Departments
1. Editor's Letter
  
  EDITOR'S LETTER: THR wraps up the finale to the 2012 election season -- and celebrates a birthday.
  - THR Staff
2. Contributors
  
  FROM THIS ISSUE: A look behind the scenes at the writers and photographers who contributed to this week's edition.
  - THR Staff
3. Obama Wins! Inside the Impact on Hollywood
  
  THE REPORT: What the president's reelection means for industry causes like SOPA, Israel and the environment as showbiz flexes its political muscle.
  - Tina Daunt
4. THR Heat Index
  
  THE REPORT: Nate Silver successfully predicted an Obama victory. But can he predict the Oscars?
  - THR Staff
5. Two Takes: The View From the Left and Right
  
  THE REPORT: Actress Martha Plimpton and comedian Adam Carolla weigh in on the fallout from Tuesday's election.
  - THR staff
6. 5 Lessons of Fall Television
  
  THE REPORT: A look at the takeaways amid the dearth of hits, declining ratings and a growing reliance on advertiser-unfriendly DVRs.
  - Lacey Rose
7. Cut! Amputation is Having a Hollywood Moment
  
  THE REPORT: From "Grey's" to "Walking Dead," why limbs are flying off the screen this TV season.
  - Lesley Goldberg
8. A Nerd's Plea for 'Star Wars'
  
  THE REPORT: As Disney plots a new chapter, here's how to not screw it up.
  - Kevin Smith
9. 7 Suggestions For the New Trilogy
  
  THE REPORT: THR's chief film critic (and his 15-year-old son) want serious, realistic "Star Wars" movies.
  - Todd McCarthy
10. 'Star Wars' As Directed By ...
  
  THE REPORT: Steve Brodner imagines how some top helmers would imagine a galaxy far, far away.
  - Steve Brodner
11. Feinberg Forecast
  
  THE REPORT: "Flight" made it easy for headline writers by taking off at the box office, and "Pi" is looking mighty tasty, too.
  - Scott Feinberg
12. 7 Days of Deals
  
  THE REPORT: Teen fantasies have dominated AFM for several years, but this year the baby boomers took over.
  - Compiled by Lesley Goldberg and Borys Kit
13. Yes, I Did Say That!
  
  THE REPORT: Lady Gaga ponders here weight gain compared to Adele.
  - THR Staff
14. Hollywood Hits the Red Carpet
  
  ABOUT TOWN: THR's Power of Style event hosted some of the industry's most influential women for the ultimate power lunch.
  - THR Staff
15. Rambling Reporter
  
  ABOUT TOWN: "X Factor" viewers might have noticed Britney Spears wearing an accessory for the season's first live episodes.
  - Merle Ginsberg & Gary Baum
16. Hitched, Hatched, Hired
  
  ABOUT TOWN: Inside the industry's celebrations and news.
  - THR Staff
17. Liz, Lindsay and the Coincidence of Parallel Lives
  
  THE REPORT: How the redemptive life of Elizabeth Taylor could serve as a road map for Lindsay Lohan.
  - M.G. Lord
18. A Comedy Vet's 21 Steps to Sitcom Success
  
  THE BUSINESS: Veteran sitcom writer Ken Levine shares some tips for showrunners.
  - Ken Levine
19. Executive Suite
  
  THE BUSINESS: Next time you hear "Hey Jude," this man -- who just stood up to Apple and its iPhone 5 -- makes money.
  - Shirley Halperin
20. Coming to You Live: The Oscar Hopefuls!
  
  THE RACE: Steven Spielberg and Daniel Day-Lewis are on streamed chats as contenders court voters without a middleman.
  - Gregg Kilday
21. High-Def Makeup for Every Day
  
  HOLLYWOOD STYLE: The newest products are perfect for red-carpet pics and TV appearances but light enough to wear around town.
  - Meg Hemphill
22. L.A.'s New Chic Winter Getaways
  
  HOLLYWOOD HIDEOUTS: Swap out your usual Hawaiian holiday for one of these hotspots.
  - Kenneth Scrudato
23. The Russian Splendor of 'Anna Karenina'
  
  HOLLYWOOD STYLE: Keira Knightley and Jude Law acted amid a single sprawling and highly tricked-out set in London.
  - Cathy Whitlock
24. Q&A: Seth MacFarlane
  
  BACKLOT: As "Family Guy" hits 200 episode, MacFarlane opens up about the show's future, those pesky censors and pre-Oscar jitters.
  - Lacey Rose
25. It's On! It's Off! It's Back On!
  
  BACKLOT: Five execs share their memories of the animated series' unconventional past.
  - Lacey Rose
26. Lincoln
  
  FILM REVIEW: An absorbing, densely packed, sometimes-funny telling of the passage of the 13th Amendment.
  - Todd McCarthy
27. Hitchcock
  
  FILM REVIEW: Sacha Gervasi's entertaining biopic on the relationship between the filmmaker and his wife is absorbing and aptly droll.
  - Todd McCarthy
28. The Thrilling Adventure Hour
  
  L.A. DIARY: Behind the scenes of L.A.'s geekiest cult theater experience, which brings Hollywood stars and nerds together.
  - Marc Bernardin
29. 8 Decades of The Hollywood Reporter
  
  Before "Twilight," Kirsten Dunst was the vampire It girl.
  - Bill Higgins

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