This edit sure has created a fury over at the spleen. But I consider that far more people have been complimentary than negative (and constructive criticism is always welcome). Even more annoying is that the haters haven't bothered to watch the edit. I expect some will see it and still hate it, but hopefully most people find it to be a valuable edit, transforming a crap film into a rather good one.
Edit: Please check out the questions I asked back on this page if you've now had a chance to see the film. I'm very curious about the different perceptions from those who've seen the official cut first vs those who've seen this first.