Worth the $3.99 I paid to see it

Rating: 4/10 (14 April 2016)

I sat through two viewings of Batman v. Superman, not because I loved it so much the first time that I couldn't wait to see it again, but quite the opposite; I read from multiple people that their second viewing was better. I agree that it was better on my second viewing because I was able to concentrate more on all the different things that was happening; however, in the end the movie still was plain not good. Here's why:
The plot is a major downfall for the movie. The reason why, in my opinion, is because there is too much going on. Things that could have taken place over a series of movies, was instead jammed into one, two and a half hour long movie. This movie should have taken place after a Batman stand-alone movie was made, and maybe even another Superman movie. The Justice League cameos (Flash, Aquaman, and Cyborg) would have been perfect for a post credits scene, along with the last shot of Bruce and Diana at the cemetery.
On my first viewing I hated Ben Affleck as Bruce and Bats. He wasn't believable as either in my opinion, and it may not be Ben's fault, but more the writing. We get very little insight into his mind and why he is the way he is, and instead we have to rely on just kind of knowing what he's going through, or has gone through. Again, this would have been something that could have been set up if he had his own movie to start with. During my second viewing I actually liked the character, but only in the beginning. He took a quick left turn downhill very early on.
There are certain aspects of Jesse Eisenberg's Lex Luthor that I liked, but for the most part I found him annoying. I liked that he is a strong willed, intelligent person, who knows what he wants and seeks it out. The things that he said I could actually go along with and sort of relate to. His high-pitched voice, his jokes, and his spontaneous behavior reminded me of a child on a sugar high.
I found Amy Adam's Louis Lane boring, and I thought her acting was extremely forced.
Even though Gal Gaddot is beautiful, I don't think she's a very good actress. When I think of wonder woman I think of an Amazon woman, who has great muscle tone, yet still very feminine. Gal did not portray any of those aside from being feminine.
Finally, the so called biggest match of the century doesn't even happen until about the two hour mark. If it were a big battle of sorts I could understand that; however, until that point the two rarely even interacted with each other, let alone throw a punch or two. Plus, the fight takes place over ten minutes, and ends with the now infamous "Martha" line, which let's be honest was lame.
I didn't completely, 100 percent hate the movie either. I did find some good things in it.
I did like Superman, and I thought Henry Cavil did an amazing job. He really captured the spirit of the Superman I know, while also bringing his own subtle version to screen. He still feels like the true American superhero, but with a little bit of angst that Henry provides and overall makes for a well-rounded character.
The score was good, especially the opening them and Lex Luthor's theme.
I did like the opening credits showing the all too familiar Death of the Waynes, and even though it's in almost every Batman movie to date, it's one of the best done in my opinion.
Finally, Jeremy Irons was AWESOME. His roll was very small, and unlike other Alfred rolls we've seen to date. He is the most relatable and the most likable character of the whole movie.
The movie has its good moments, and really delivers in the bad ones. In the end, it was definitely worth the $3.99 I paid to see it; $8.00 if you count both viewings.