Darth Maul is one of the only redeeming qualities of that movie but many scenes are really boring with Young Anakin, genuinly not intrueing. They feel slow and just don't stick to you, most kid actors are hated anyways because they can't live up to a previously established character, mostly that is.
I think that Darth Maul got way more action and respect in the Clone Wars series, especially with the interactions he has with his brother.