Video: Sam Mendes on 'Skyfall' How might the director of dramas like "American Beauty" and "Road to Perdition" approach a James Bond film? By putting the focus on the emotional above all else. In this video, Sam Mendes discusses his entry in the James Bond franchise, "Skyfall." In emphasizing the personal journey of Bond, Mr. Mendes hopes to transcend the specifics of a genre movie. But there's still a little bit of action thrown in for good measure. Read Manohla Dargis's review of "Skyfall" here.