Super 8 is a 2011 American science fiction thriller film written and directed by J. J. Abrams and produced by Steven Spielberg. The film stars Joel Courtney, Elle Fanning, and Kyle Chandler and was released on June 10, 2011 in conventional and IMAX theaters in the US. The film tells the story of a group of young teenagers who are filming their own Super 8 movie in a small town in 1979 when a train derails, releasing a dangerous presence into their town. The movie was filmed in Weirton, West Virginia and surrounding areas.
It was released to critical acclaim; being praised for its nostalgia, visual effects, and musical score. The film was also lauded for the performances of its young actors, especially those of Elle Fanning and newcomer Joel Courtney. It was also an enormous commercial success, grossing over $250 million on a $50 million budget. It received several awards and nominations; mainly in the technical categories and for Elle Fanning's performance as Alice Dainard.
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