I enjoyed it. It's got some of the best cinematography I've seen, the soundtrack was great, and the darker story line and not-particularly-happy ending was a refreshing change. I was aware that it was long, but it didn't drag. I couldn't really think of anything they could cut out without leaving important things out. With source material that's not really ingrained into popular culture there needs to be scenes giving some story and character background, or you risk having the movie not make sense for people who haven't read the comics and alienating the audience.
Faster, faster, faster, until the thrill of speed overcomes the fear of death...
– Hunter Thompson