Movie lovers, are you finding that many modern movies go on too long?

I love the movies but I am finding that at close to 2½ hours most movies go on too long. I can usually spot what seems to be a great ending and then the movie carries on well beyond that point. It loses impact and I lose interest.

I saw Official Competition with Penelope Cruz yesterday and it was good but I spotted a great ending shot and then it went on for another 20 minutes. Same with Elvis.

I realize I’m not the director and it’s their monkeys and circus, but I’m just wondering if others feel this way.

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