Guys, guys. Everyone has their own opinions. Some people like Napoleon Dynamite and call it a classic, others don't get the humor or don't like it.
Same with this. Just let the poor guy enjoy his film and lets not get on him about it.
He is simply stating, that if someone has an open mind, and want's to see something, go check it out. It's not being compared to the original in his mind. Just view it as it's own separate entity.
Sort of like Teen Titans Go. If it was it's own entity and not compared to the original Teen Titans, would it be that bad? (yeah.. kinda) The thing is, both those shows appeal to different audiences, just as this new movie may do here.