Science Fiction

And the entire story revolved around reconciling feelings of loss and mourning, so I'd say that Abrams can play to that vibe if he wants to.

He's also written a surprising number of films that should squeak past your too-many-deaths test, so make of that what you will.


Hey, see the film or don't see it. It's up to you. What likely helps me get through these irredeemable tales of wanton genocide is the awareness that they are, after all, fiction. Much like the bible, which is why I brought it up. That is, the deaths of fictional characters mean very little to the real world, and they should be recognized as the imagined dooms of imaginary people.

If a member of the prospective audience is unable to bear in mind that fundamental truth--true since the Epic of Gilgamesh and earlier--then perhaps that prospective audience member is indeed better off sitting it out.

Maybe you could stay home and rent the 1990 tour de force Taking Care of Business, which Abrams wrote and which features zero onscreen deaths, if memory serves.