Overall very enjoyable movie. I'm not into DnD myself, but I imagine DnD players will like it. It did feel way more DnD'esque than that vanilla and boring 2000 flick. I think the core difference is in that this movie doesn't take itself seriously. It also feels more like an actual DnD campaign with random and bonkers stuff happening.
The main criticism this movie will receive is probably the characters. Holga and Doric are introduced as being capable and strong from the get-go. Meanwhile, Edgin and Simon are mostly incompetent and have to overcome their problems and grow as characters to be of actual help. Somewhat more emotionally for Edgin and overcoming low self-esteem for Simon. But, it's not that much of an issue. Not all men are emasculated or evil. For example, Xenk is an absolute war machine. And for Edgin and Simon it's part of their character development. Which makes them that much more likeable as characters.
The main criticism this movie will receive is probably the characters. Holga and Doric are introduced as being capable and strong from the get-go. Meanwhile, Edgin and Simon are mostly incompetent and have to overcome their problems and grow as characters to be of actual help. Somewhat more emotionally for Edgin and overcoming low self-esteem for Simon. But, it's not that much of an issue. Not all men are emasculated or evil. For example, Xenk is an absolute war machine. And for Edgin and Simon it's part of their character development. Which makes them that much more likeable as characters.