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Practical Effects
That train crash? Mostly real. Abrams hates CGI cowards.
Direction
Abrams doing Spielberg karaoke, but actually nailing it.
Cinematography
Lens flares so aggressive they became a meme.

Director
J.J. Abrams
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes