I don't really understand the critical mauling this film got. For me, it does everything it promised. A faithful adaptation* of the celebrated comic book series with a strong ensemble cast, faithful production design and a well-compiled soundtrack. The ultimate cut, which adds in "Tales of the Black Freighter" alongside some extended scenes, runs for more than three hours and is one of the "quickest" long films in terms of action and pacing. Seriously, if the reviews put you off,…