GQ Magazine December 1997 John Cusack Cover No Label

GQ Magazine December 1997 John Cusack Cover No Label

This December 1997 issue of GQ Magazine features John Cusack on the cover, with an in-depth feature exploring his rise from an ’80s teen icon to a respected writer, producer, and actor. This vintage issue captures the cultural, political, and fashion trends of the late 1990s, making it a must-have for collectors and enthusiasts of classic men’s style and journalism.

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• Good condition with minor wear on edges.
• Comes with protective plastic covering.
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Featured Articles & Highlights:

Exclusive Features:

• "Escape From the ’80s" (p.224) – A retrospective on John Cusack’s journey from teen stardom to serious acting.
• "To Catch a Killer" (p.230) – The gripping story behind the CIA Langley shootings and the international manhunt for Mir Aimal Kansi.
• "Matinee Idle" (p.238) – The tale of the Bad Movie Angel, a fleeting phenomenon of cinematic redemption.
• "Bubba’s Legacy" (p.244) – Analysis of Bill Clinton’s presidential legacy as he approaches the final stretch of his term.
• "Who’s Your Daddy?" (p.248) – Alison Eastwood on her famous father, Clint Eastwood, and her own rebellious streak.
• "Vive le Noir" (p.251) – A deep dive into the enduring appeal of film noir.

Fashion & Style:

• "The Attire Formerly Known as Formal" (p.204) – A modern take on classic party attire.
• "When Bonnie Met Clyde" (p.212) – An appreciation of the fashion and cultural influence of Bonnie and Clyde, 30 years after its release.
• "The Art of the Gift" (p.258) – A guide to holiday gifting with selections she’ll love.
• "GQ Recommends: The Shearling Coat" (p.270) – Why this rugged yet refined coat defines 1990s masculinity.

Cultural & Political Commentary:

• "Second Thoughts About Integration" (p.266) – A provocative discussion on the evolving perspectives of African-Americans toward integration.
• "Cover-up in Cell 709A" (p.272) – A follow-up investigation into the mysterious death of federal-prison inmate Kenneth Trentadue.

A Timeless Collector’s Item

This issue of GQ Magazine from December 1997 is not only a snapshot of men’s fashion and culture from the late ’90s, but also a piece of journalistic history, featuring compelling stories, political insights, and style advice.

We offer combined shipping for multiple purchases, and all magazines are carefully stored and shipped with protective plastic covering to ensure preservation.

A great addition to any GQ collection, pop culture archive, or vintage magazine library.

Contents

Features

224 – Escape From the ’80s
When today’s twentysomethings were gawky and groping for identity, so was he, and they loved him for it. And while the other ’80s icons fell by the tacky wayside, he became a writer, a producer, and a serious actor. John Cusack comes of (the) age.
By Allison Glock

230 – To Catch a Killer
When two CIA employees were gunned down outside the gates of the agency’s Langley, Virginia, headquarters in 1993, Mir Aimal Kansi was quickly named as the prime suspect. Why would Kansi, who was not a terrorist, target the CIA, and why did it take four years to apprehend him?
By Jeff Stein

238 – Matinee Idle
We’ve all watched a movie that really sucked and then wanted our money back. For a brief, shining moment, the Bad Movie Angel alighted to provide such relief. A fluttering—and sputtering—tale of cinematic redemption.
By Joe Queenan

244 – Bubba’s Legacy
As Bill Clinton heads into the homestretch of his time in the White House, he seems obsessed with his place in history. The dean of Washington pundits tells us where Clinton ranks in the pantheon of presidents, and if he’s on Mount Rushmore.
By R.W. Apple Jr.

248 – Who’s Your Daddy?
Alison Eastwood inherited a lot more from Dirty Harry than his golf swing. The film legend’s daughter talks about vibes, courage, and breaking the law.

251 – Vive le Noir
While the critics argue about what it means, film noir keeps drawing us into its murderous shadows.
By Edward Sorel

Fashion

204 – The Attire Formerly Known as Formal
Finally, the classic party clothes act like it. Black tie lets loose.

212 – When Bonnie Met Clyde
They wore cool clothes and killed people. Thirty years after the debut of one of the most influential movies of all time, Bonnie and Clyde live on. An appreciation of their film and their fashion.
By John Manners

258 – The Art of the Gift
Ever wonder why she really hides your presents from you? A guide to gifts she can be sure you’ll love.

270 – GQ Recommends: The Shearling Coat
Tough on the outside, soft on the inside. Sort of a ’90s kind of guy, only it’s a coat.

Other Articles

266 – Second Thoughts About Integration
After forty years of mixed results in the struggle to achieve integration, many African-Americans seem ambivalent about this liberal ideal. Although no one seeks a return to the bad old days of Jim Crow segregation, the notion of “separate but equal” is receiving an astounding new reception.
By Nicholas Lemann

272 – Cover-up in Cell 709A
In the September 1996 issue of GQ, Mary A. Fischer reported on the death of federal-prison inmate Kenneth Trentadue and the government’s attempt to prevent a homicide investigation. Now, two years after Trentadue’s death, he and his family may be granted justice.
By Mary A. Fischer

On the Cover

John Cusack unbuttoned. Wool tuxedo, $895; cotton shirt, $125; silk bow tie, $48—all Polo by Ralph Lauren. Grooming by Angela Conte.