The Main Street Monthly Preview Issue - August 2015 | Page 6

Feel The Force
The Return of the Practical Effect
by Greg Smoot

When we first learned that a seventh film was confirmed for this
iconic franchise, many fans were skeptical to say the least.
Episodes I-III left us wanting a film reminiscent of the classics.
The excessive use of Computer Generated Imagery (CGI) and
the lack of practical effects left a not so pleasant taste in the
mouths of even the most casual fans. Although there are
elements of the prequel films that keep us coming back, there is
nothing like the originals.
But a new dawn is breaking on the horizon. Over the past
year, Director J.J. Abrams and his production team have been
faithfully carrying the burden of the latest film in the Star Wars
franchise. Counted among