Why does this get RAVED by critics and not 23?

Rating: 4/10 (28 August 2007)

Now, i usually like the occasional thriller/psychological movies...but this was a disgrace to the actual book. Now i loved "The Number 23" with Jim Carrey,and I've been a supporter for a long time..but the serious question is...Why does this get RAVED by critics and not 23? At least The Number 23 had a good story and was a amazing feature,but this movie is TOO confusing and TOO ridiculous to stay focused and to put it at that....2 1/2 hours long!?! Im sorry to report,but if your like me...don't watch this movie. It will be good at first,but it will get to the point where everything starts spiraling down to the point where you just have to exclaim: "Whats going on?"