I love the animations, and the cut scenes. If I need to I can speed them along so I don't see the problem. I think its partially a generational thing though, since I am old and played games that didn't really have stuff like this I always think its a treat when they are provided.
And as has been mentioned they have really made solid improvements through every single patch. I think Larian knows that as part of the broad appeal of the game it has to have enough quality to pull in the people who see gaming as another form of watching a movie on Netflix except with interactions.
I'm not sure it is generational.
I'm in my mid 40s. First computer was a Vic 20. First game system was Atari 2600.
I personally do not want to play a movie, I've never been a big fan of cut scenes. I accept them for big reveals and meaningful moments. Other than that I'd be perfectly happy without them.
