As a filmmaker, I always look to films for inspiration and as a means to tell stories. I watched the theatrical cut of Daredevil thinking it was decent but nothing special. I bought the Director's Cut much later, expecting more of the same. To my surprise, I found the director's cut to be much more enjoyable.
Director and writer Mark Steven Johnson expressed some of his frustration with Fox and how they had him delete a good number of scenes in favor of faster pacing and a love scene. I can relate pretty easily, since I too have had my films cut down in favor of pace.
He continued to explain how many other aspects were cut down, such as Murdock's troubles with relationships and life in general. Watching the director's cut, I felt the film had so much more potential if this was theatrical cut. However, life is not fair and we all know it. I don't know the status of Daredevil's contract with Fox, but I'm hoping Marvel will give him another shot once it expires.
Daredevil actually didn't do too bad commercially and critically, and I would love to see Daredevil get his due. To see him get the same treatment as Iron Man, the Hulk, or Thor would be a dream come true. Perhaps Frank Miller can write the script, though I have no idea who would direct it.
I might draw some fire on this one, but I think Affleck did a decent job. If you look past the way you feel about him and judge him strictly on the acting, then I think you'll see the performance for what it is.
Anyway, just hoping that Marvel will give their heroes the treatment they deserve once it comes full circle.
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