However, the film is not without its detractors. The four-hour runtime and the slow-motion action sequences require a level of patience that the modern blockbuster audience is unaccustomed to. Yet, this pacing is intentional. It mimics the slow burn of a miniseries, allowing for character beats that would otherwise be lost in the explosion of a third act. It prioritizes emotional resonance over kinetic energy, ensuring that when the final battle arrives, the audience understands exactly what each character is fighting for.