Yeah, i think it got so much hate because if the amount of cutscenes and the short game time. But if that's what the story needs then i'm fine with cutscenes. Metal Gear Solid is a prime example of a cutscene heavy game, and i enjoy MGS all the same.
I plan on platinumin this game, and if i find no need to play it again after that, then i'll just trade it in towards the next game...