Honest Feedback From Someone Who Loved It, But Admits It Has Flaws

Rating: 8/10 (26 March 2016)

I just saw the film and I have to say, I enjoyed it a lot. But I'll be a grownup about it and admit that it has flaws. What film doesn't? You want my honest opinion on how to actually enjoy this film? - you have to treat it like you're reading a comic. Don't do what everyone always does and make such a big deal about how the film has to be some kind of ultimate adaptation. Like they have to get everything right or its going to be ruined.
There's thousands of different variations on the Superman/Batman story in the DC universe. They're not all universally beloved. This is no different. What we're seeing is one artists take on the story. If its not something you enjoyed, then thats fine. But don't go around saying its horrible and therefore nobody else should like it either. That's just childish. Its silly how some people will react to a movie like they've been cheated out of something they were owed.
I enjoyed this film a lot. It had plenty of "man, that was awesome" moments. Some parts were definitely rushed and could have been developed more instead of shoehorning in other story aspects. But rather than complain about its shortcomings I always tend to focus on the elements that I like.
Ben Affleck is phenomenal, both as Bruce Wayne and as Batman. The most brutal Batman ever put to screen. A Batman that I think a lot of people have been waiting to see.
Jeremy Irons is amazing as Alfred. Very refreshing to see a take on the character that is as involved in Batman's exploits as Bruce is.
Wonder Woman was only briefly on screen, but her scenes were enjoyable. I think her presence in this film is going to leave a lot of people wanting more of her. Perhaps not the best way to introduce a character to a film, but I think now that people have had a taste of her it will bode well for her in future films.
Jesse Eisenburg, IMO, was an enjoyable take on the Lex Luthor character. Yes, he was quirky and borderline annoying at times. But overall I preferred the fact that they tried to do something different with the character than previous incarnations. Lex Luthor has always been a character driven by greed and selfishness. This film seemed to insinuate that he was psychotic and driven by his inner turmoil.
Superman probably could have been developed more. People rip on the fact that its such a dark story, despite being about Superman. But I'm alright with it. Its something different. I would have liked to see more emotion out of Henry Cavill.
I'm giving the film a 9/10. Not because its a great film, but because I enjoyed it. And the rule of thumb is that a film doesn't have to be great, by filmmaking standards, to be enjoyable. IMO the critics are being too harsh with this film. If I were to rate it with the mindset of a film critic, I'd say it deserves a 6/10.
Please don't write this film off entirely just because of negative reviews. There are plenty of elements to be enjoyed.