Entertainment Weekly's 'Catching Fire' Special Issue Is Here

We've been waiting for this ever since EW teased us a while back saying tributes would be "very happy" with Entertainment Weekly in early October. Well, here it is folks, the special 'Catching Fire' issue of EW!

In this week’s cover story, EW goes deep — deep into a Hawaiian jungle, that is, for an exclusive visit to the set of The Hunger Games: Catching Fire. The highly anticipated sequel, in which Katniss Everdeen (Jennifer Lawrence) pays dearly for sparking unrest in Panem, doesn’t hit theaters until Nov. 22. But we’ve got all kinds of reporting to whet your appetite. Plus, Katniss, Peeta (Josh Hutcherson),  Gale (Liam Hemsworth), and Finnick (newcomer to the franchise Sam Claflin) all get their own collectible covers.

After a special report from the sweltering set in Hawaii, we head to Santa Monica, where EW reconvened the stars — along with new director Francis Lawrence and producer Nina Jacobson — for a rollicking conversation about the new movie. Among the subjects? Everything from the decision to “man up” Peeta’s character for the movie to Lawrence’s spectacular fall in Katniss’ wedding dress while the cameras were rolling. The filmmakers also talk about creating new scenes for Plutarch Heavensbee (played by Philip Seymour Hoffman), and actress Jena Malone talks about the thrill of playing the ax-wielding tribute Johanna Mason. Despite the easy camaraderie of the crew, everyone took seriously their mission to respect the pained heart of author Suzanne Collins’ sequel. “In every scene we asked ourselves, ‘How would these people feel if they came back to the Hunger Games,’” says Jacobson. “What happens when you come back from these experiences of war, not what happens in a movie when you’ve kicked a lot of ass?”

Fandango Presents an Exclusive 'Catching Fire' Behind The Scenes Featurette

Not only did we get the advance ticket sales with bonuses, the Soundtrack music, and the Entertainment Weekly Special Issue covers today, we also got this great IMAX behind the scenes featurette brought to us by the lovely folks at Fandango! Check it out. See if you can spot Finnick carrying Mags at the end!!

UK 'Catching Fire' Adverts

A few Catching Fire adverts were released today. We've seen the footage already - it's the most recent Catching Fire trailer. But we never turn down a chance to check out the trailer again!

Lionsgate UK had this advert on their YouTube channel:

This "Moments Worth Paying For" spot shows what we'll all probably look like as we fangirl in the theater!

'Catching Fire' Advance Tickets on Sale NOW!

#TickTock8 is here! Catching Fire Tickets are on sale NOW! Purchase your tickets and get a free download of Phantogram's "Lights" from the Catching Fire Original Soundtrack! Also, when you purchase your tickets from Fandango, you'll be entered into a sweeps with the chance to win thousands of prizes - including the Grand Prize trip to Hawaii.

UK fans can purchase advance tickets HERE.

District 3, 5 & 12 Looks Unlocked at Capitol Beauty Studio

Covergirl's Capitol Beauty Studio has unlocked 3 District looks today. Check out the District-inspired looks of District 3, 5, and 12 using makeup from Covergirl's Capitol Collection. And you can buy the products online now or find a retail partner that carries the products. Click the images for more info.

Also at participating US retailers, purchase $20 or more of Covergirl products in a single transaction and you'll get a free ticket to The Hunger Games: Catching Fire. See CGMovieTicket.com for details! 

Hot Topic Just Launched a 'Catching Fire' Shop Online

Hot Topic just launched their Catching Fire shop online today. They've got loads of District Victor t's, character t's (there's a Peeta AND a Finnick) and the new mockingjay pins are also available. 

Josh Hutcherson in Glamour's November Issue

Josh Hutcherson makes an appearance, and talks Catching Fire, in the November issue of Glamour magazine. Check out his interview thanks to our friends at Josh Hutcherson News:

GLAMOUR: What was it like being back on set with everyone?

JOSH HUTCHERSON: Jennifer [Lawrence] and I were nervous about our new costars because we’re kind of crazy when we’re together, so it can be a little scary for the new people. But everybody jumped right in. It was a fun vibe on set.

GLAMOUR: You and Jennifer are friends in real life. Is it weird having to switch to a romantic relationship on-screen?

JOSH HUTCHERSON: It is. There are times when we’ve had to cut because we can’t get through a take without laughing.

GLAMOUR: So would you say it’s possible to be “just friends” with a woman?

JOSH HUTCHERSON: Absolutely, but there’s often a natural inclination to want more.

GLAMOUR: What are your feelings about dating costars? You met your girlfriend [actress Claudia Traisac] while filming the upcoming thriller Paradise Lost.

JOSH HUTCHERSON: As far as I’m concerned, you’re both actors, you understand each other’s lifestyle, so it’s a very natural thing to have happen.

GLAMOUR: Tell us, what is the most epic date that you’ve ever orchestrated?

JOSH HUTCHERSON: The girls I’ve dated hate me a little because I can’t remember anything about first dates or when we kissed. I have the worst memory in the world!

GLAMOUR: Your memory is used up from memorizing lines.

JOSH HUTCHERSON: That’s a good excuse. I think I’ll start using that!

GLAMOUR: We have to ask: Team Gale or Team Peeta?

JOSH HUTCHERSON: I’m definitely Team Peeta! But Katniss’s dilemma is very real—it’s hard to know who to choose when you admire two people who are so different. The love triangle gets played up a lot more in Catching Fire.

GLAMOUR: You’ve said you really identify with Peeta. Why?

JOSH HUTCHERSON: Katniss is an “I’ll just shoot somebody with an arrow” person, and Peeta is a “Let’s talk this through” kind of guy. I have his mind-set.

GLAMOUR: How do you handle the pressures of fame?

JOSH HUTCHERSON: I don’t think I’ll ever get used to it. I have two-pointsomething million followers on Twitter, and if I say something, they all listen. It’s crazy! I shouldn’t be allowed that responsibility.

The Hunger Games: Catching Fire Original Soundtrack Now Available For Pre-Order in iTunes

The Hunger Games: Catching Fire Original Soundtrack is now available for pre-order in the iTunes Store. You can also buy "Atlas" by Coldplay, "We Remain" by Christina Aguilera, and "Elastic Heart by Sia" as singles in iTunes.