![]() ![]() ![]() There are still moments of clumsy storytelling, a significant amount of shared universe setup, and an overall dour tone but the Ultimate Edition injects a considerable amount of quality character drama and plot development back into the experience - putting more distance between the clunky parts while also providing a much more comprehensible set of side arcs that elevate every character, every narrative beat, and every thematic through-line in the process. The Ultimate Edition is not going to make converts out of viewers who thought the "Martha" moment was an idiotic resolution to the title fight or rolled their eyes at Lois Lane's disposal (then retrieval) of a kryptonite spear. Fortunately, the Ultimate Edition improves upon many of the film's biggest narrative shortcomings - clarifying and/or outright answering a number of questions that had, previously, presented major plot holes and often undermined the intelligence and integrity of Batman V Superman's starring heroes. The result was a movie that, for those who weren't put-off my the darker tone or Snyder's deconstructive approach, was still packed with plot holes and underdeveloped arcs - one that the studio, clearly, struggled to stuff into the release-friendly format of a tentpole superhero film. The Dawn of Justice theatrical cut pushed through a lot of plot, exposition, and action (with Snyder's trademark flare) but often cut away too fast during scenes that would have allowed the filmmaker to dig below the surface and deliver meaningful (even coherent) character development. The purpose of this post is to break down what the Ultimate Edition improves upon, and the potential drawbacks, as well as who is likely to enjoy this full 182 minute version. NOTE: The following is not a revised Dawn of Justice review (read our full Batman V Superman review), not a formal review of the Ultimate Edition, nor a review of home release special features or commentaries. ![]()
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