I’m into the idea of having two versions. Personally, I’m a sucker for “extended editions” regardless of how the pace is impacted as long as I actually like the extended bits (which in this case, I mostly do).
Also, the scene of Poe that Ridley posted is definitely my favorite so far. The SNL bits almost have to be there for it to feel worthwhile. Otherwise, I think simply keeping the cockiness of Poe is the way to go.