20 Most Unfairly Hated Movies Of The 21st Century
3. Watchmen (2009)
Why It's Hated: There are a ton of reasons why people hate this movie, from casuals to fanboys alike: Zack Snyder as director, the long run-time, the grim, R-rated tone, the changes made to the source material (namely getting rid of the giant squid), and that certain cringe-worthy sex scene.
Why It's Unfair: Watchmen is far from perfect but it's also one of the most ambitious blockbusters of the last decade, and hits far more often than it misses.
With stunning visuals, a smart approach to the superhero genre and a somewhat pragmatic take on Alan Moore's source text (the squid wouldn't translate well to film at all), it sure won't please everyone, but it's proof that, with the right script, Snyder's not quite the hack filmmaker many continue to insist that he is.