Some really interesting info on some of the cuts JJ made. Would love to see an extended edit, but can't see that happening. Think the Leia/Republic scene would really have helped explain the situation more. Would've also liked to have seen Zuvio.
http://www.slashfilm.com/star-wars-the-force-awkens-deleted-scenes/
http://www.slashfilm.com/star-wars-the-force-awkens-deleted-scenes/