A friend and I went to see it. She's not a nerd, but she enjoys movies and even she thought it was a big step in a good direction as far as casting goes, but that it wasn't her favourite movie in the series.
I agree, though I kept away from the hype so I was pleased over-all with it. I heard at least one person walking out while we were waiting to go in saying that they didn't enjoy it, so I was worried, but I think there are certain things that certain types of people won't like.
Let's not be spoilery~