Silent Hill

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UlrichD.Apr 30, 2006

Slow-paces, non-scaring, but very disturbing and beautiful... the best video game movie ever.

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StefanD.Apr 30, 2006

Awesome... PH is the best.

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JustinM.Apr 30, 2006

You see, the thing about this movie is that it had all the visual look and groutesque images as in the game, but not a lot of horror. and thats where the movie kinda went downhill. the first half of the movie was great and prabably the best You see, the thing about this movie is that it had all the visual look and groutesque images as in the game, but not a lot of horror. and thats where the movie kinda went downhill. the first half of the movie was great and prabably the best scene was the bathroom transition to the living darkness and where rose encounters pyramid head. speaking of him i was hoping he had a more bigger role in the film as his role was a short one. I have all the silent hill games and beat them all 13 or more times. the movie needed more horror where after the school she encounters the living darkness again in the hotel then again in the hospital, and i was hoping that rose weilded weapons like the pipe and bashed the monsters around with it. the speacial effects in the movie matched that of the game and was right on the money yet i noticed a lot of things that needed lots of improvement. Overall i enjoyed it still and do hope for a next one just more horror(screww the plot)( most of the SH games were a bit confusing to understand, the horror kept us entertained) non stop living darkness and horrible monstors. And definitely more Pyramid head popping out of every corner as in SH2!!! Its just the movie failed to define itself as a true horror movie.… Expand

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AApr 30, 2006

I went into the movie with low expectations after having been told of its stupidity, but I am also a fan of the games quite a bit. The movie started out great, with psychological unease permeating throughout much of it. The visuals and I went into the movie with low expectations after having been told of its stupidity, but I am also a fan of the games quite a bit. The movie started out great, with psychological unease permeating throughout much of it. The visuals and atmosphere were spot on. Eventually the film descended into heavy-handed gore fest though, which was unfortunate. The end scenes were disgusting. Not subtle and disturbing but just blatantly disgusting. Not even the games were this vile.… Expand

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RyanG.Apr 29, 2006

I have an idea, Silent Hill: dialougue tracks taken out. Ambient Masterpeice?

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JonathanP.Apr 29, 2006

This movie was just outright horrible. I was expecting a scare. Granted I've never played the games, but what little I had seen the games played, they came off as eerie and creepy and had some "deep breath" moments in them, even as This movie was just outright horrible. I was expecting a scare. Granted I've never played the games, but what little I had seen the games played, they came off as eerie and creepy and had some "deep breath" moments in them, even as video games. This movie was severely lacking in that, as I didn't get a single deep breath the whole film. I found the beginning, middle, AND end horrendous in just about every way. I wish I could've gotten my money back after seeing this stinker.… Expand

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SagradoApr 29, 2006

5 points for visuals and direction. Christophe Gans is still the man. You can tell he really took an effort to retain the stunning visuals of the series. 1 point for sound. That may not seem like a lot but when it pushes the score up 5 points for visuals and direction. Christophe Gans is still the man. You can tell he really took an effort to retain the stunning visuals of the series. 1 point for sound. That may not seem like a lot but when it pushes the score up 10%....well that saying something. To be honest though, they only reused music from the third game anyway. I should know. I have that soudtrack. 0 points for plot. I'm sorry, but if you didn't understand the plot after 2 hours of the characters literaly TELLING you what was going on then you might need to re-evaluate your critical thinking skills (or really, just your thinking skills). What happened to good old story progression, you know, where the characters act and react in thier own specific situations and then we as an audience get to infer what's going on. Then again, this might be a situation where ignorance is bliss. The writing was generic and devoid of any value, both artistic and entertainment that I feel actual pain at the thought of the storyline. If you haven't played the first game in the series then do yourself a favor and scroll to the top of this page. Click on the link to GameFAQs and search out Silent Hill (Playstation). Read President Evil's Plot Analysis and see what this movie really should have been. 0 Points for the acting. I'll be the first to give it up for Sean Bean and Radha Mitchell. You could tell that they were really giving it their all, considering the material they had to work with. But even thier effort gets draged down by the piss-poor performance of Jodelle Ferland (Shannon/Alessa) and Kim Coates (Officer Gucci). Where did the casting director find these actors? And in what parallel universe is it okay to hire them? Also, and this last part is personal opinion, Deborah Kara Unger (Dahlia Gillespie) is way too attractive to play her role. Now that I think about it....I'm tkaing off another point for the plot. Negative one. That seems fair.… Expand

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RobertS.Apr 29, 2006

Greatest video game adaption ever, if you understood the story. I did.

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RyanL.Apr 28, 2006

If I ever had a chance to meet the director i would probably run up to him and give him a very big hug followed by at least four decent slaps across the face. I love the video games and believe that they are the best survival horror games If I ever had a chance to meet the director i would probably run up to him and give him a very big hug followed by at least four decent slaps across the face. I love the video games and believe that they are the best survival horror games out there. With an intense atmosphere and an artistic design that can only be described as grotesquely beautiful, silent hill is a video game franchise that separated itself from other horror games like resident evil and fatal frame by giving us deep characters and a mysterious/intense storyline combined with unimaginable monsters in a living nightmare that disturbes and frightens all players that experience it even today. The director did his job in bringing these aspects to the big screen which made this the best and most accurate video game to movie transition so far. The only thing that didn't appear in the theater was what made the game so wonderful, the very plot. This is when I violently slap the director silly while screaming, "Why o why did you not keep the storyline?" You were going so good, then it went downhill, and in the end I was slightly disappointed. There are many reasons why the plot was changed I believe: copyrights, length of the picture, Rose can't shoot a gun to defeat the final boss and Cybil was already extra crispy (another big mistake that angers me so). But I understand and forgive the director for the plot. The story was very close to the origional, and I have to be grateful for that considering that we could have ended up with another resident evil, that only resembled the game through a virus, an evil corporation, and a lot of shot zombies. In the end real fans of the video game should appreciate and like the movie because of the many details and moments found in the movie that brought silent hill to life, but also wish the main plot ( the birth of a god of a religious cult through the body of an innocent child) was kept intact so that people new to the series can see why we love silent hill so much. Overall, the critics raped this movie like a two dollar whore because they were expecting an oscar masterpiece. It's a movie based on a video game. Don't complain that it's like watching a video game when the movie, believe it or not, is actually based on a video game! In my opinion if it's like watching a video game than thank you mr. director sir you really did your job. In all, if your a fan you will like or even love the movie. If not you might be confused, disgusted and bored while watching the show. Either way I enjoyed it and so did others. Not to mention how funny it was that Silent Hill was number 1 at the box office, but only because, in regards to American Dreams and the Sentinel, American Idol is getting as repetative and old as Michael Douglas' career.… Expand

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MarkB.Apr 28, 2006

I will give this film a whole point more than it deserves because of some very inventive special effects. Other than that-- despite the protestations of other reviewers-- this is, in fact, "mindless teen fodder." And I'd really like to I will give this film a whole point more than it deserves because of some very inventive special effects. Other than that-- despite the protestations of other reviewers-- this is, in fact, "mindless teen fodder." And I'd really like to know what the hell Sean Bean was thinking before he decided to go slumming it in this incomprehensible dreck. But, I suppose we all have to pay the bills sometime.… Expand

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JamesS.Apr 28, 2006

I absolutly loved the movie, true it has some exceedingly slow and cheesy momments, [***SPOILERS***] and strays from the game's principal plot (main character is female, where as in the game it was male, also in the true story, silent I absolutly loved the movie, true it has some exceedingly slow and cheesy momments, [***SPOILERS***] and strays from the game's principal plot (main character is female, where as in the game it was male, also in the true story, silent hill has become a conduit for another plane of existance to merge with ours, the diabolical leader being sameal {sam-i-el}) but the whole point of silent hill has not been to try and survive the horror, like all other games and movies of the genere, but it has been a psycological trip that truly shows how emotion, ones perspective of reality and outside influence can REALLY disturb the mind.… Expand

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DevilS.Apr 28, 2006

so bad. I can't believe people liked this movie!

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HostilioApr 27, 2006

Great movie, yeah is like see some one play the game but i love see play people some games a example is FEAR, seeing is expetacular. I like RE and i like this one.

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KevinE.Apr 27, 2006

The critics are way too harsh on this one. It seemed most were either ready to praise it or just downright hate it. Yet its based on the video-game, but thats still no reason to dismiss it as mindless teen fodder. The atmosphere and The critics are way too harsh on this one. It seemed most were either ready to praise it or just downright hate it. Yet its based on the video-game, but thats still no reason to dismiss it as mindless teen fodder. The atmosphere and cinematography by itself alone nearly makes a 10/10. The acting was also great and there was a decent attempt at the story. The movie managed to pull me into its world which is something rare for me these stills. It dragged at times and had its problems yes, but the 30/100 average is downright insulting. Don't except a horrid movie, but don't expect a classic one either. I reccomend it though… Expand

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RayH.Apr 27, 2006

True to the game.this movie hit its target audience.good job to the writers and special effects guys.If you liked resident evil you should like this too.

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OliverW.Apr 27, 2006

This is the best video game movie there has been. It's very good for fans of the game. It may not be quite as good for newcomers, but I'm sick of people saying this film is pants because they think video games are for kids. This is the best video game movie there has been. It's very good for fans of the game. It may not be quite as good for newcomers, but I'm sick of people saying this film is pants because they think video games are for kids. You're clueless.… Expand

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KazamM.Apr 27, 2006

Captured everything from the game. Music, atmosphere even the lousy plot w/c is their main mistake. They could've made it more viewer friendly for those who couldn't relate or understand it like these critics for example.

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PeteS.Apr 27, 2006

I can't believe people liked this movie! It has no plot, it has completely unbelievable characters, and it wastes the talent they brought in. Silent Hill has two redeeming factors: neither of which makes this great. Whatch five seconds I can't believe people liked this movie! It has no plot, it has completely unbelievable characters, and it wastes the talent they brought in. Silent Hill has two redeeming factors: neither of which makes this great. Whatch five seconds of this for the sets, which are incredible, and the cinematography, which is good. Too many wierd crane shots though.… Expand

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MattApr 27, 2006

As a video-game conversion, it's commendably faithful to its source material (to the point of being recognisably incomprehensible) until the tacked-on OTT 'climax'. However, as a film, it suffers from being poorly acted, As a video-game conversion, it's commendably faithful to its source material (to the point of being recognisably incomprehensible) until the tacked-on OTT 'climax'. However, as a film, it suffers from being poorly acted, erratically paced, and, most unforgivably, it's just not even remotely scary. Pyramid Head is well realised, but aside from that the CGI is pretty ropey, and then we get Sean Bean trotting in from another film with the worst American accent you'll ever wish for. Hey, I could watch Radha Mitchell all day but even I got bored well before the hour mark.… Expand

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The_Elusive_PossomApr 27, 2006

Tonydannie seems to have, if a little incoherently, nailed the good points about this survival horror game adaptation. The main music theme (while overused) is very pleasant, and the gore levels are pretty fantastic (people getting ripped Tonydannie seems to have, if a little incoherently, nailed the good points about this survival horror game adaptation. The main music theme (while overused) is very pleasant, and the gore levels are pretty fantastic (people getting ripped apart, and climactically, muffs being mutilated). The creatures are pretty imaginative too: mangled contortions of the human form, and pretty unnerving to view (especially the gang of "hospital patients"). The special effects, particularly the walls melthing and transforming, are also top-notch. Unfortunately, these attributes culminate the 4 points I have awarded to this movie, which is otherwise severly lacking. For starters, Silent Hill is not particularly scary. And for a horror film, this can be considered a big deal. It's frustrating though, because all the components are there: the horrific abominations that patrol the streets as well as the desolate atmosphere show so much potential, but this is never exploited. The story is pretty weak and pretty ridiculous, culminating in an ambiguous (are they dead or just trapped in Silent Hill dimension?) and deeply unsatisfying ending. Also, the lesbian sex cop sideline didn't seem to lead anywhere, which made for an unnecessary loose end. The acting is pretty offensive too: Sean Bean's laboured American accent is difficult to listen to given my previous respect for the established thesbian, and it baffles me why they would give Sharon (the little girl) would be given so many lines when other films of a similar setup have proven time and time again that children CAN'T act and are unbearable to watch. So ultimately, we're left with a dull, fruitless shell of a film, with so many non-sensical aspects to the plot: why are there creatures roaming about in the first place? Why would you try and escape from a police officer when you've done nothing wrong? These are just some of the questions pulling the sloppy mix of dialogue and action apart. But it was this or Scary Movie 4. I made my choice.....make yours.… Expand

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HassanW.Apr 26, 2006

stop hating critics. you guys dont know what a good movie is. this movie was amazing. best scary movie yet.

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GabrielR.Apr 26, 2006

Simply an incredible film. I really hope that Christophe Gans makes more video-game based movies. We need more films like Silent Hill to recover from the atrocious films by Uwe Boll.

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RexNaboursIIIApr 26, 2006

This was a great movie. Not as scary as I expected, but I have a feeling that most of the critics that are giving this movie bad reviews are just biased towards videogame movies, and, after Uwe Boll, who wouldn't be?

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XanderB.Apr 26, 2006

I don't know why some critics thought this movie was bad. There was a lot of work put into this film and it shows. I enjoyed the film a lot and think it is one of the only video game to movie transitions that actually makes it right. I don't know why some critics thought this movie was bad. There was a lot of work put into this film and it shows. I enjoyed the film a lot and think it is one of the only video game to movie transitions that actually makes it right. The movies that make you think about the story, aren't neccessarily bad ones. In the game, the story had to be put together as you played on. In the movie, the same thing happened, but in a much broader sense. It was a bit long, I admit and you could tell easily but this was to sort of explain why the town was the way it was. David Lynch would probably be proud of this film, see "Twin Peaks".… Expand

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DestardiApr 26, 2006

Wasn't a bad movie; definitely better than most other video game ripoffs.

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VictorB.Apr 26, 2006

The bad about this movie is that it makes you think so much you are too boggled to be afraid or feel suspense or anything you want to be feeling at a movie like this. It makes a supreme effort, which I did appreciate, but the execution was The bad about this movie is that it makes you think so much you are too boggled to be afraid or feel suspense or anything you want to be feeling at a movie like this. It makes a supreme effort, which I did appreciate, but the execution was flawed. It wa so flawed you feel confused more than anything. The GOOD: The set design, the art direction, the effects!! All excellent!!! Endless Hellish Beauty!!… Expand

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TonydannieApr 26, 2006

First Off I would like to start by saying that i have never played any of the Silent Hill Games. Having Said That. I did however Have an idea of what the games were about. what they look like and what they are. I was looking forward to see First Off I would like to start by saying that i have never played any of the Silent Hill Games. Having Said That. I did however Have an idea of what the games were about. what they look like and what they are. I was looking forward to see this adaptation because of the little that i knew And i was not that dissapointed. The mood of the movie was done right. with the white - grayinsh ashy atmosphere of the town to the dark-orange and squirmish atmosphere after the sun sets. This things of course taken from what i have seen from screen shots of the games. Now, I am asucker for scores. and for a while this movie delivered on the tone of the score at the beginning of the film . but then the score felt a tad over used. i felt like i was listening to the same track over and over. Until the films climax. as everything in the screen turned gory and yet a bit gothic. so did the score. and i loved every moment of it. The story was good. But at the end of the flick I felt It did not give me enough closure. but i can let go of such a small thing. The acting on the other hand could have used a bit of work. Radha Mitchell was good in this. I have been a fan of hers since i saw Pitch Black(even though I hate that movie) And Sean "006" Bean was good but a little wasted in this part. They should have given him more to do in this flick. And the girl was just not that great of a child actor. Was she the best one out of hundreads? And Laurie Holden. Did she have to play the female cop male like? However this are small but liveable complaints And I do recomend the movie for anyone looking for something different. Atmosphere wise. And a small note... We need to see more of Piramid Head. He can take on Pin Head anyday and mop the floor with him. Go see it for the look and sound of it. But dont expect oscar quality when it comes to the acting. Now I got to go and see if i can find a copy of Silent Hill for the Playstation ONE!!… Expand

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TroyM.Apr 25, 2006

Incredible. Anyone who's played the games oughta appreciate the level of detail that went into the world of Silent Hill. They took the best of the first and second games, and perfectly re-created the game's feel. I really Incredible. Anyone who's played the games oughta appreciate the level of detail that went into the world of Silent Hill. They took the best of the first and second games, and perfectly re-created the game's feel. I really don't udnerstand why some people found the plot to be "complex" when everything is explained perfectly except the final few moments of the movie… Expand

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GordonJ.Apr 25, 2006

Critics can't decide what's wrong with the film. It's not gory enough, it's too gory. It's just like the game, it rips the game to pieces. Another critic described this film as "back-of-brain." I would agree with Critics can't decide what's wrong with the film. It's not gory enough, it's too gory. It's just like the game, it rips the game to pieces. Another critic described this film as "back-of-brain." I would agree with that. It seems that the imaginations of many people have been "linearized" by watching too many films. The West has a long history of spurning the unconscious mind, and then subjecting its entertainment to the rigid, "logical" constraints formulated by the conscious. Freud, or at least his compatriots in America during the '50s, helped America become the global gem of pathological consumption it is nowadays by touting a theory of a "uniform unconscious" and using it to create advertising as we know it. Not to mention (Freud was dead by this time) they justified its commercial use as a method of manipulating "the dangerously illogical masses" to become pacifists. Curiously, surrealism never took hold in the U.S. and is now considered "dead." If we look at the Supreme Court case involving "the satanic evil of comics" that was playing out at this time (the '50s), we may appreciate further the previous statement. It seems the public internalized the paranoia and symbolism (and imagery restrictions) of society's "therapists" as their dogma and motivator; postmodernism, with its glorification of mass consumption, crawled onto the art scene in the '50s and has dominated the thinking of academics ever since. This story, though set in America, is taken from the East. The East, where the majority of fiction is printed comics, and where comics are not, nor have ever been ('ukiyo-e' are the 4-centuries-old woodblock equivalent of those trashy Western romance novels), looked down upon as entertainment. Akira Yamaoka, a prominent member of the 'Silent Hill' video game series's production team, has said that Japanese horror focuses on "unseeable enemies, a sense of vengeance, and...a sad storyline" rather than "shocking visuals and evil spirits." The game has the last two things, and was inspired by such contemporary Western artists as Francis Bacon, but it eschews their origins. For example, the first game has bucket-loads of blood, but you may or may not see the victim's body and/or its attacker. And sometimes, like in the movie 'Phantoms', you'll see what could only be a planned spectacle, by what seems to be a malevolent spirit (i.e. a severed head underneath a basketball hoop)...But you find out later thst whatever violence there is, it's justified, and that the story is quite sad. And Yamaoka has something to say about the story -- "Silent Hill focuses very much on storyline" but it's "unclear" so that it can "provoke a sense of fear." So I was very much interested to see what Gans had cooked up. Having tried to make a comic in the same vein as 'Silent Hill', I wanted to see what Gans had changed. As it turns out, he changed quite a lot. The film is absolutely two-faced, and it's almost as difficult to reconcile its two halves as it was to eke the story out of the first game. The first half is deliciously surreal. Absolutely fantastic. The second half...Not quite the same beast. In the first half, like in the game, it's hard not to feel the floor fall out from under your feet when the world turns dark and swallows you up. It's hard not to feel like YOU'RE NEXT when the chum of human wets the ground. It's hard not to feel like you're in hell when the Lovecraftian, Boschian nasties turn up, threatening you. However, the second half reveals what's really going on -- revenge. No one dies by the appendages, instruments, or machinations of the monsters but those who deserve it. It becomes clear when the only human accompaniment worth speaking of dies at the cruel hands of those who would think they were "cleansing sin" and keeping evil at bay. These people, the film makes clear, are staving off the vengeance of another by not acknowledging what they have done; they deny their sins and prevent justice. They fall one by one to the Red Pyramid, but still their numbers run strong. Essentially, Rose joins the devil to bring about her revenge and justice, and she succeeds. The film during the climax reminded me of the anime 'Elfen Lied' in that it demands the viewer indulge, or at least recognize this indulgence. It also reminds me of a mishmash of Japanese porn. It's a slightly uncomfortable feeling. The ending is absolutely joyous. Rejoined Alessa (it's unimportant if Dark Alessa, Alessa, or the both of them fused with Sharon, they're alike in every aspect) cannot leave Purgatory, Rose has given up on the notion of Sharon belonging to her (she /was/ adopted, remember), Dark Alessa/Aless has no reason to condemn Rose to Hell, Sharon is no longer functioning as an entity in and of itself, people may leave Silent Hill but not Purgatory (remember SH3, the game was outside of the town; also, no characters have ever been shown actually leaving Purgatory in the games), and Dark Alessa wanted to join with Sharon all along. Either may have had their soul sold; however, this is actually unimportant. Like in real life, there's never any indication of a God. Also, it's unlikely they're dead (think of Officer Gucci saying that no bodies were found. Also, a number of scenes with Rose and Christopher call to mind a 'Poltergeist' movie where one of the main characters was stranded in an alternate reality.) This film is the best piece of postmodern cinema I have ever seen. It's even better than analyzing FLCL. … Expand

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DylanS.Apr 25, 2006

Terrible script, awesome director of photography. The set design was erie as hell and the camera shots was interesting and complex. Everything else sucked, took a good cast of actors and had them reverberate crap. Horrible turn of events.

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RobertK.Apr 25, 2006

I wouldn't go so far as to say that this was going to be the BEST movie out this year (I'm sure X-3, Superman, or MI-3 will claim that title this summer), but it was fairly good. More of a "wait for it on DVD" kinda movie. The one I wouldn't go so far as to say that this was going to be the BEST movie out this year (I'm sure X-3, Superman, or MI-3 will claim that title this summer), but it was fairly good. More of a "wait for it on DVD" kinda movie. The one thing I have noticed on here is that all those rating this a 0 to 3 keep saying "It's not like the game", or "that wasn't in the game", or "I've never played the game and didn't understand it". Big news: It's a MOVIE, not the game!! While it does pay a nice homage to the series (which I have had the privilage of playing on PS, PS2, and Xbox) it does try to make the attempt to stand alone as well. If every movie like this stuck to the strictest sence of it's source, why would you bother to go to the damn movie when you already know the whole story people? If that was the case Spider-man would have been really boring, X-men would just be another re-hash of a known tale, and Peter Jackson's King Kong would just be a colorized remake with a Fay Wray look-alike. The point is we go to be entertained with new ideas and images, not to see the same things over and over again. Overall, it was a good bit of escapeism and I did enjoy the visuals. Plot was a little contrived and thin at points but very forgivable. A good shot a popular game. I just wish the teenage rabid fanboys would back off and see it for what it really is: a really fun movie that helps you forget reality for a few minutes. 'Nuff said!… Expand

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TonyA.Apr 25, 2006

The plot wanders in about 4 different directions toward the end, and the film just can't pull everything together in a cohesive way. great job of setting the mood, but poor job of executing the plotlines.

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NickApr 25, 2006

I loved this movie! If you've played the game you will understand why it can be so scary. This movie does a great job of making the transition from game to movie. Most of the elements from the game are captured well in this movie. My I loved this movie! If you've played the game you will understand why it can be so scary. This movie does a great job of making the transition from game to movie. Most of the elements from the game are captured well in this movie. My only gripe about it tho was the acting. It wasn't great but it wasnt terrible either.… Expand

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GusApr 25, 2006

Here is some advice (if fancy yourself a reasonably intelligent human being). DO BELIEVE THE CRITICS (for once). I was SO excited about this movie (being a huge fan of the games) and I read all the IMDB reviews and all the fans saying Here is some advice (if fancy yourself a reasonably intelligent human being). DO BELIEVE THE CRITICS (for once). I was SO excited about this movie (being a huge fan of the games) and I read all the IMDB reviews and all the fans saying "don't listen to the critics, this is the best movie-game adaptation ever! 10 stars!" Well. While it may be the best movie/game adaptation... that isnt saying much. This movie is BAD. HORRIBLE script. These actors have all been good in past roles... so its hard to see how they could suck so bad in this movie. Its true that is it does LOOK GOOD (visual effects)... but... god. What a horrible let down. RENT THIS ... to satisfy your curiosity... but ITS NOT worth seeing in the theater. My 2 cents.… Expand

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JeffC.Apr 25, 2006

A very well set horror movie. certainly one of the best video game to movie transitions done ever. an interesting story and really, how much character development or drama do you expect in a horror movie anyway?

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AdamB.Apr 25, 2006

It isn't perfect but it does a pretty good job of representing what you love about the game series and moving to a less interactive version. The story somewhat goes astray but the visual representation is spot on.

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JeremyW.Apr 25, 2006

I am a huge fan of the video game series and couldn't wait for this movie to come out. Although the adaption seemed to adhere closely to the video game storyline(s), this may be exactly where they got off point. They seemed to focus I am a huge fan of the video game series and couldn't wait for this movie to come out. Although the adaption seemed to adhere closely to the video game storyline(s), this may be exactly where they got off point. They seemed to focus more on the story and less on horror. The only time I even came close to jumping is when some birds flew out of a hole--scary stuff, I know. So even though they stayed close to the story, there was no suspense, no ambience, no HORROR! Silent Hill 1is by far the scariest video game I have ever played, but the movie was about as scary as the Pokemon movie--wait, that was actually scarier.… Expand

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AlexanderP.Apr 25, 2006

I can't understand journalistes that gave so terrible marks. Film's story is difficult, but it is not the reason to critic the film so hard!

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JamesH>Apr 25, 2006

Best horror movie ever!

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DerekG.Apr 25, 2006

The visuals, audio and atmosphere were top-notch, and almost like playing the game. Alas, ambience does not save a movie from banal dialogue and an inconsistent mess of a story. I haven't seen a film with this many plot contradictions The visuals, audio and atmosphere were top-notch, and almost like playing the game. Alas, ambience does not save a movie from banal dialogue and an inconsistent mess of a story. I haven't seen a film with this many plot contradictions since The Stepford Wives.… Expand

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AaronF.Apr 24, 2006

Simply an amazing movie! I've never played the games and had no real prior knowledge of the story, but I got every bit of it. I really have know clue what the critics are talking about. The acting wasn't the absolute best by any Simply an amazing movie! I've never played the games and had no real prior knowledge of the story, but I got every bit of it. I really have know clue what the critics are talking about. The acting wasn't the absolute best by any means, but overall I didn't feel like it took away from the movie as how it was directed. I loved it! If I was a person who invested much time in videogames, I'd definitely pick this game up to see what this movie was based on! Great movie.… Expand

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RobG.Apr 24, 2006

This movie was one of the best. even better than resident evil even if im a big fan of both movies i think silent hill was better than any other movies made.

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JustinH.Apr 24, 2006

Above average! Long, yes. Poorly acted, yes. But honestly. Critics. What's up? You don't 'get' the plot? Isn't that your job? It's simple, I'll spell it out for you. Good v. Evil, Heaven v. Hell, Order v. Above average! Long, yes. Poorly acted, yes. But honestly. Critics. What's up? You don't 'get' the plot? Isn't that your job? It's simple, I'll spell it out for you. Good v. Evil, Heaven v. Hell, Order v. Chaos, ad infinitum. Isn't this the most basic story in history? Satisfyiing, and chilling.… Expand

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Mike4Apr 24, 2006

"This is the best movie since Resident Evil 2!!" ...^That person has been revoked of all voting priviledges... This film was a mess rooted in the fact that it had a terrible script where nothing is resolved.

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NickB.Apr 24, 2006

Easily the best video game adaption I have yet seen, and probably destined to be the most misunderstood and blasted for the same reason. Unlike some other jaded souls, this movie actually freaked me out, much as the games did (played all Easily the best video game adaption I have yet seen, and probably destined to be the most misunderstood and blasted for the same reason. Unlike some other jaded souls, this movie actually freaked me out, much as the games did (played all four of them to completion), and as anyone who has played the games should be able to tell you, this movie's main fault was trying desperately to provide some coherence to the plot for the average plebian audience.....and not just running with the subject matter in surreal fashion ala David Lynch like it should have. That said, I saw nothing in this movie that especially violated the backstory and canon of Silent Hill's franchise...and it even helped to get some vague understanding of how such a town could exist in reality, overlapping in to the weird dreamworlds and limbos like it does.… Expand

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MarkW.Apr 24, 2006

Absolutly amazing. If you're a fan of the game, like i am, you should have no problem enjoying this. I was really worried they'd screw it up, just like Resident Evil was totally screwed up, but i was pleased to see that Silent Hill Absolutly amazing. If you're a fan of the game, like i am, you should have no problem enjoying this. I was really worried they'd screw it up, just like Resident Evil was totally screwed up, but i was pleased to see that Silent Hill was done total justice. The atmosphere was perfect, the visuals were perfect, the soundtrack (taken 90% from the game) was used to it's full potential, and i found myself really caring about the characters. Another worry i had before entering the Cinema, was the inclusion of Sean Bean's character. I wasn't sure how he'd fit, but i really liked the fact he was part of it. I liked his character, and felt sympathy for him in the end. All in all, the movie was brilliant. I can't believe it's gotten bad reviews. It's easily the best video-game adaption, by miles....and i could have sat there and watched it forever. I was sad to leave the Cinema by the end. I don't remember a time when i enjoy a film as much as i did Silent Hill. I can't wait for another one. Full Marks.… Expand

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JoséS.Apr 24, 2006

best movie ever.

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JoseQ.Apr 24, 2006

Silent Hill is certainly going to be a better experience to fans of the game than to other casual movie goers. I am a huge fan of the games(esp #3), and so I certainly appreciated the movie and the people who made it for staying as close to Silent Hill is certainly going to be a better experience to fans of the game than to other casual movie goers. I am a huge fan of the games(esp #3), and so I certainly appreciated the movie and the people who made it for staying as close to the source material as possible, unlike the great majority of the video game to movie adaptations, which are manipulated to fit hollywood mentality and end up being bad movies. The movie obviously is not perfect, bad writing promotes some scenes that showcase less than stellar acting, and the pacing of the movie could have been better. I do forgive the movie for its length, since I blame it on having to explain the story to people who are not fans of the game, and who need more info. on the subject to understand it better. It is certainly a step on the right direction as far as adapting games to movies goes, since the atmosphere, the scenery, the main story, and many other of the characteristics that make the games so great were well portrayed. I also thank the powers that be in not toning the movie down to get the desired pg-13 rating, because it would have certainly been for the worst. It gives me hope for a good sequel and a good Halo adaption in summer 2007!!!… Expand

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JamesT.Apr 24, 2006

This was the best movie that has come out since Resident Evil 2 ! It stuck so well with the games(even though iv beaten all but SH 1) the sounds,music,camera,monsters,and alot of the characters and plot are straight from the game.The people This was the best movie that has come out since Resident Evil 2 ! It stuck so well with the games(even though iv beaten all but SH 1) the sounds,music,camera,monsters,and alot of the characters and plot are straight from the game.The people who say it not a good movie are complete morons, same goes for the critics, idiots! If your a fan of Silent Hill (best game saga ever made )then you'll love this movie!… Expand

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JohnV.Apr 24, 2006

The best video game to film adaptation that, unfortunately, suffers from a distrust of its audience, an unnecessary exposition, and poor dialogue. Great special effects, disturbing imagery and an excellent sound track take this film miles The best video game to film adaptation that, unfortunately, suffers from a distrust of its audience, an unnecessary exposition, and poor dialogue. Great special effects, disturbing imagery and an excellent sound track take this film miles farther than its script could possibly go.… Expand

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JasonS.Apr 24, 2006

This movie was just horrible. The CGI was ok, but I am a gamer and I have to say that it just was not the same feeling as playing the game. Watching it on a big screen TV is just not cool. The whole time I just wanted to go outside and play This movie was just horrible. The CGI was ok, but I am a gamer and I have to say that it just was not the same feeling as playing the game. Watching it on a big screen TV is just not cool. The whole time I just wanted to go outside and play my DS because the movie was just boring me. I mean they totally just ruined the story by swapping. The only good thing about the movie was that it ended.… Expand

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ScottB.Apr 24, 2006

For over a year probably I waited for this movie; I read the filmaker's diary as Avarey and Gans struggled to complete a script seemingly against the wishes of the production company. I checked out the trailer and the images before the For over a year probably I waited for this movie; I read the filmaker's diary as Avarey and Gans struggled to complete a script seemingly against the wishes of the production company. I checked out the trailer and the images before the release, so its safe to say that I was looking forward to this and had rather high expectations. In the case of this movie having high expectations would be a non factor as nothing could validate the movie's quality as a horror movie. The art direction and soundtrack (taken straight from the game) where excellent and that's two thirds to achieving atmosphere and ultimately horror. Mediocre directing and awful editing sucked the life out of those chances. The movie had no atmosphere and wasn't scary at all. There seemed to be no tension when the monsters appeared. How could Gans screw that up? As far as the story is concerned a lot of it wasn't in the games, which I have played, enjoyed and consider to be master pieces of art. This is; however, one of the best efforts to adapt a video game, but that's not a lot considering the field.… Expand

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NateB.Apr 24, 2006

A flawed movie, to be sure. But one that captures the spirit of the games much more faithfully than any game adaptation to date. I rarely tell people that " they didn't get it", but I don't think the critics are really seeing the A flawed movie, to be sure. But one that captures the spirit of the games much more faithfully than any game adaptation to date. I rarely tell people that " they didn't get it", but I don't think the critics are really seeing the amount of depth to the story and the symbolic nature of all of the monsters and environments. They're not just scary looking for the sake of being freaky, they've got a purpose. And while the movie may not be a masterpiece (bad writing, uneven acting), people should be excited just because a game adaptation actually had the balls to tacke intelligent themes, even if it didn't do so perfectly.… Expand

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BrendenC.Apr 24, 2006

I think the problem with this movie for the writers/producers/director is that they needed to have that FIRST intro movie. Get everyone acquainted with what Silent Hill is all about. Get everyone up to speed with how things happen, and why I think the problem with this movie for the writers/producers/director is that they needed to have that FIRST intro movie. Get everyone acquainted with what Silent Hill is all about. Get everyone up to speed with how things happen, and why they happen. (ie. the transformation to the 'bad place') This in turn makes the critics think that this movie is bad, and that the script sucks. Truth be told, they complained about the script of the first X-men movie as well. I will guarantee that anyone that has played (not someone just now playing for the idea of) Silent hill, will love this movie. It was scary enough to have my girlfriend sheilding her eyes, and wishing they'd stop sounding the alarm. : ) If you've seen the movie you'll know what i mean. Anticipation is a killer. For that's that love scary movies, you just cannot stop looking, because you're more afraid that you'll miss the gory details. Literally. They deserve awards for the special effects in this movie. The best i've seen EVER. And an even bigger award for making the best video game to movie transition ever. Right on down to the monsters. Including your favorite paramid man. As far as being disappointed with this movie, the only faults i see are two. One being that the final scenes leading up to the big revelation seemed a bit too easy. And paramid man's role in the whole thing while looking cool, and definetely giving off the unstoppable force attitude, i wish he were used alot more.… Expand

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TimD.Apr 24, 2006

I'm sorry but I had high hopes for this one. The marketing seemed to make it look like a good movie but in the end it wasn't. I have played most of the Silent hill games and they were really freaky, which is not what you get here. I'm sorry but I had high hopes for this one. The marketing seemed to make it look like a good movie but in the end it wasn't. I have played most of the Silent hill games and they were really freaky, which is not what you get here. I will make it simple by pointing out the problems and what it did good. [***SPOILERS***] THE GOOD: -Creatures looked great -World looked and felt like silent hill. -Some faithful setups to the game. THE BAD: -The acting was abismal even from good actors such as Sean Bean. -Dialogue wasn't that good either. -Not Scary. -Not that gory except at the end. -Not enough Pyramid head (He was the coolest thing about the movie) -Not enough use of the static in the phone. (It played such a large role in the game it would have been nice to see it used more). -All this fade to the nightmare and fade back to reality left the movie feeling disjointed. -Editing could have been better especially for the sequences where the characters are in the same place but a different dimension or whatever. -5 minute explanation of what I spent two hours watching.(Should have been done in a way to make me feel like hey cool that is why this happened, not just throwing this scene in to fill all the gaps). -Not Scary especially the girl who was suppossed to be. I could go on and one but I will stop there. Like I said I am pretty forgiving of movies but this one really disappointed me. It had so much potential and it got thrown out the window. I even like previous video game adaptations better than this, with the exception of Alone in the Dark, I didn't bother seeing other Uwe movies so I can't comment. The main problem is I never felt pulled into the movie so that I would care what was happening. I was just watching the way I watch reruns on TV instead of being engaged in a scary experience. Even for a die hard fan I would sadly not recommend this.… Expand

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MattL.Apr 24, 2006

Silent Hill is a perfect recreation of the videogame. It brings fans to the series what they finally have been waiting for: a good videogame movie. Critics obviously haven't played the games, and it doesn't matter what they have to Silent Hill is a perfect recreation of the videogame. It brings fans to the series what they finally have been waiting for: a good videogame movie. Critics obviously haven't played the games, and it doesn't matter what they have to say because the movie wasn't made for them. Fans will love this movie, and if you are not a fan of the series, become one first before watching.… Expand

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AlH.Apr 24, 2006

I must say this is the best game to movie adaptation to be released yet. I am a fan of the series since the 1st entry and, though I went in with sky high expectations I don't regret paying the minimal entrance fee.I thought it I must say this is the best game to movie adaptation to be released yet. I am a fan of the series since the 1st entry and, though I went in with sky high expectations I don't regret paying the minimal entrance fee.I thought it could've been longer, and a great deal more of pyramid head but, it stays true to the series. The guy who said it shows it's videogames roots throughout, is jaded and has never played the game and experienced what the movie can almost convey...A since of dread, and evill all around you.If these critics were less biased to the gaming world maybe they would take into account the atmosphere and style of the movie.This wasn't made to establish a new genre of movie but, to please fans of the game..I'm sure it has pleased the majority of us. Oh and the acting is a little B-movie-ish but, that is a part of silent hills atmosphere too. (film grain, etc)… Expand

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MikeR.Apr 24, 2006

This one easily one of the best video game-to-movie adaptations created, far besting any of the Uwe Boll-like garbage we've seen over the past few years. As a fan of the games, I felt the story held very true to the franchise which is This one easily one of the best video game-to-movie adaptations created, far besting any of the Uwe Boll-like garbage we've seen over the past few years. As a fan of the games, I felt the story held very true to the franchise which is very reliant on atmosphere and a somewhat convoluted story. As fans, we generally like and appreciate this, but this is also why I think most of the movie critics don't like it. Bottom line, the first half was fantastic and spooky as hell (literally), the second half was a bit convoluted and heavy on the somewhat confusing dialogue, but still very good. If you're a fan of horror movies and especially if you're a fan of the game franchise, you will not be disappointed.… Expand

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AndyO.Apr 24, 2006

Wow, these reviews are like black and white! I'm guessing those that hate it didn't much care for the whole "anti-god", death and rebirth themes that the Silent Hill series encompasses. (Christian Right?) - I love the games, so Wow, these reviews are like black and white! I'm guessing those that hate it didn't much care for the whole "anti-god", death and rebirth themes that the Silent Hill series encompasses. (Christian Right?) - I love the games, so it's only fair to say I loved the movie. I'm so happy it made top gross opening weekend. This should give it a little more draw this week so long as the positive reviews overweigh all the negative (looking good so far). It's too bad our voice doesn't count towards the overall Meta-Critic Score. - At the very least, catch a matinee of this movie, and don't go in expecting an awesome horrer movie, but this movie is above par and breathes a lot of atmosphere. If you have time this week, rent a copy of Silent Hill (Any version, PS1/2 and XBox) and play as much of it as you can before you go. Like everyone says, the game was taken straight out of the games and they did a wonderful job of it.… Expand

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JonathanApr 24, 2006

Best horror movie in a long time. Or currently the best when compare to movies like: The Fog, The Game... What next "The Mud"

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EvyApr 24, 2006

Dont listen to the critics, if you are a fan of Silent Hill you will love this movie. It was extreamly well done! Specially when you have to tell in 2 hrs the extremely difficult story of Silent Hill. It goes deeper than most people Dont listen to the critics, if you are a fan of Silent Hill you will love this movie. It was extreamly well done! Specially when you have to tell in 2 hrs the extremely difficult story of Silent Hill. It goes deeper than most people realised, and fans of the game knows this. The people behind this movie are fans and they did the best they could to explain what happen. This is the best Video game to movie I have seen in a very long time. Dont miss it!… Expand

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TravisK.Apr 24, 2006

I don't understand how people cannot like this film... It is creepy as hell and the story is pretty well explained in the end scenes. I was very pleased with the movie and hope to see more horror movies with balls like this one in the I don't understand how people cannot like this film... It is creepy as hell and the story is pretty well explained in the end scenes. I was very pleased with the movie and hope to see more horror movies with balls like this one in the future - critic's be damned!… Expand

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MilesG.Apr 24, 2006

I don't understand how this is getting such terrible reviews from professional critics, but it seems to me that many of their opinions boil down to critiquing this movie as a "videogame movie." Don't listen to a word they have to I don't understand how this is getting such terrible reviews from professional critics, but it seems to me that many of their opinions boil down to critiquing this movie as a "videogame movie." Don't listen to a word they have to say about silent hill because it's the best movie I've seen this year. Christophe Gans has done some of the best directing I've ever seen by adding such a thick schmearing of surrealism that it's hard to see how critics got so confused when everything is explained within the movie. From what I can tell most of the bad reviews from this movie seem to attack the poor writing, perhaps representing some enemies that Roger Avery has made over the years, but the writing itself is far better than I've seen with critically acclaimed movies like Cache which tend to ignore it's function as an entertainment medium and insted look to have their backs rubbed by art-house fans and critics.… Expand

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RishiApr 24, 2006

I play video games. Hell, I love video games. I even played Silent Hill for two hours before going to this movie, just to ensure that I was in the proper frame of mind in which to enjoy the film. This was an abysmal movie. It was definitely I play video games. Hell, I love video games. I even played Silent Hill for two hours before going to this movie, just to ensure that I was in the proper frame of mind in which to enjoy the film. This was an abysmal movie. It was definitely the single worst film I have seen in 2006, and probably one of the worst films I have ever seen. It is Uwe Boll bad. It is poisonously bad. It was worse than Batman and Robin.… Expand

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RyanF.Apr 24, 2006

I always believed in this movie, I believed it would break the mold of crap game movies. It did, and it did it with a sick bone crunching bang. This movie captured the eerie town perfectly, and those freaky flesh creatures were awesome. I always believed in this movie, I believed it would break the mold of crap game movies. It did, and it did it with a sick bone crunching bang. This movie captured the eerie town perfectly, and those freaky flesh creatures were awesome. Every seen had me saying awesome. And the ending...oh, what an awesome ending. I can't wait to find out of a sequel. Go see it!… Expand

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JamesM.Apr 24, 2006

Let me start with saying I've never played any of the games, and am unfamiliar with the silent hill world. But I am in my late 20's, a casual gamer, and understand where it comes from. That being said I really enjoyed the movie. Let me start with saying I've never played any of the games, and am unfamiliar with the silent hill world. But I am in my late 20's, a casual gamer, and understand where it comes from. That being said I really enjoyed the movie. Not knowing the games let me be surprised at parts, and I really got into it. Visually outstanding, creepy and gory. Yes, some acting wasn't top notch, but this is a horror movie after all. However, Laurie Holden's "Cybil" was great, in a sexy baton-wielding lady-cop way. I highly recommend you see this if you are a fan of horror or just popcorn flicks in general. I'm writing this review in hope to balance out all the negative "professional" critics that slammed this movie. Let's face it, it wasn't made for them, it was made for us.… Expand

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DrewF.Apr 24, 2006

I'm surprised by how much i enjoyed this movie. Yes, i'm a fan of the videogame series upon which the flick is based, but still i must admit that i went in with very low expectations. The first 3/4 of the movie more then shatter I'm surprised by how much i enjoyed this movie. Yes, i'm a fan of the videogame series upon which the flick is based, but still i must admit that i went in with very low expectations. The first 3/4 of the movie more then shatter them. I do agree with the comments that the final quarter leaves a bit to be desired (More Pyramid Head in climax, please!) but the WTF? ending and setup for potential sequel more then make up for it. Solid horror entry.… Expand

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JasonW.Apr 23, 2006

Clearly what the critics don't understand is that 50 year old fat guys who wrote a script for Russ Meyer aren't the movies target audience. It was written, shot and crafted for the under 25 crowd and for fans of the series. Sillent Clearly what the critics don't understand is that 50 year old fat guys who wrote a script for Russ Meyer aren't the movies target audience. It was written, shot and crafted for the under 25 crowd and for fans of the series. Sillent Hill captures every aspect of the game perfectly and aside from a weak ending and poor acting, is the most faithful Game-to-Movie translation to date. Everything down the the radio making a nose when enemies are near and the siren to warn when the town is changing is included in this delieghtful fan-oriented film. Acting is weak, but the atmoshpere is strong. If you're looking for some fun this is it.… Expand

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JeffW.Apr 23, 2006

Best videogame adaptation yet by far, but may confuse people that haven't played the game. The story was a great version of the videogame version (with hints of a future sequel based on the second game starring Sean Bean I think). The Best videogame adaptation yet by far, but may confuse people that haven't played the game. The story was a great version of the videogame version (with hints of a future sequel based on the second game starring Sean Bean I think). The monsters were incredibly creepy as were the sound effects. The locations were mirror images of the videogame sets. Pyramid Head has an absolutely brutal kill and the finale is haunting. Some parts were too much like playing the game though, like her searching of random locked drawers and suddenly she has a flashlight! Or the oh I found something in a dead person's mouth so I guess that is where I need to go next. I really wish videogame adaptation could just focus on adapting the story rather than thinking they have to provide the audience with videogame like scenerios and action.… Expand

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RyencokeApr 23, 2006

Wow. I am still amazed at this movie. It completely breaks the "Game to Movie" curse. It was brilliant, everything about it was just superb. Acting at some parts were fairly bad, in fact it was just one character who did all the 'bad Wow. I am still amazed at this movie. It completely breaks the "Game to Movie" curse. It was brilliant, everything about it was just superb. Acting at some parts were fairly bad, in fact it was just one character who did all the 'bad acting'. Aside from that the movie stayed just like the game is, it stayed with the storyline from the game, it didn't wander off to random stupid parts. As most of the other people have said, you should be a fan of the game to enjoy it. And to also get some of the twists. And regarding the critics from what i've seen so far, they're all morons. Never again will I go with what they say with a movie, ever again. This movie was brilliant, go see it as soon as you can.… Expand

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TonyB.Apr 23, 2006

Wow! i went in seeing this movie with low expectations seeing the majority of game to film movies havent been good, nor have movies in general as of late. i surprisingly enjoyed this movie greatly much better then the resident evil seriesWow! i went in seeing this movie with low expectations seeing the majority of game to film movies havent been good, nor have movies in general as of late. i surprisingly enjoyed this movie greatly much better then the resident evil series this is deffinatly worth a viewing go see it the critics were definitely wrong about this one.… Expand

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EricB.Apr 23, 2006

Phenomenally well-made film. Movie critics are resentful of video games in the same way literary critics were resentful of movies 80 years ago. Ignore them.

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Dave_darkoApr 23, 2006

The best horror film of the year, with "the hills have eyes". Indispensable.

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TroyH.Apr 23, 2006

Well I can't rate it a 10 because no movie is perfect but it was really great. The acting for the little girl was not that great, she played a better Reapier not a sweet innocent girl. Some of the dialouge could have been a little Well I can't rate it a 10 because no movie is perfect but it was really great. The acting for the little girl was not that great, she played a better Reapier not a sweet innocent girl. Some of the dialouge could have been a little better but only in a couple of scenes. It goes true with the game Pyramid Head, the air raid sirens, and other parts that looked exactly like the game (I must include the camera angles look the same as the game when she was running) Anyways this movie was really, really good. A confusing ending but I hope they make a sequel. If you haven't played the game you might not get it but worth a watch due to its confusing but good story. Some sick and gruesome parts, but thats what makes a awesome horror movie.… Expand

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JasperP.Apr 23, 2006

Although the movie started out great, the film began to worsen towards the end of the movie. The first few sequences with the monsters were amazing, but there were too many points in the movie where people had to explain backstory. I think Although the movie started out great, the film began to worsen towards the end of the movie. The first few sequences with the monsters were amazing, but there were too many points in the movie where people had to explain backstory. I think they should have left the plot more ambiguous.… Expand

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AdrianApr 23, 2006

I can't understand the critics... what's up with those guys?? Maybe there are some points of the film that may disgust... but!! The music, the ambientation, the characters and mainly,,... the cinematography, are delicious!!! Silent I can't understand the critics... what's up with those guys?? Maybe there are some points of the film that may disgust... but!! The music, the ambientation, the characters and mainly,,... the cinematography, are delicious!!! Silent Hill has one of the best cinematographies I can remember, and this movie is an example that critics are unable to say something good about a movie basep upon a videogame. Of course if the movie where based on a book the things will change, but... it's not that case. Critics should learn something about the game before write them reviews, because it's sad that a film like that, with a lot of good qualities, had a 29/100. UNFORGIVENESS!!!!!… Expand

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OzyY.Apr 23, 2006

Wow, everyone in my theater thought it was horrible, and I did too. My friends and I were laughing at the "scary scenes". Only cool part was when it turned dark...but that happened like only 3 times in the whole movie. Then you add in the Wow, everyone in my theater thought it was horrible, and I did too. My friends and I were laughing at the "scary scenes". Only cool part was when it turned dark...but that happened like only 3 times in the whole movie. Then you add in the ending of the movie and it made worst movie of the year for me, including Benchwarmers.… Expand

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RoyR.Apr 23, 2006

Some good visuals/sound brought this piece of crap up from negative to a zero rating!

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SyzygyApr 23, 2006

Plot was confusing. There is a lot in the story that is not explained and you, the viewer, need to act as a crutch for the anemic dialogue and plot vagaries. They, the direcor and writer, expect such help because thefilm itself is extremely Plot was confusing. There is a lot in the story that is not explained and you, the viewer, need to act as a crutch for the anemic dialogue and plot vagaries. They, the direcor and writer, expect such help because thefilm itself is extremely faithful to the source material (video game). If you have no familiarity with the game, then you will not understand some of the turns and decisions and aspects of its internal logic. the writing, acting, and directing are all uninspired. set design is excellent but you don't pay admission to a movie for a slide show of CGI scenes.… Expand

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SeanM.Apr 23, 2006

Meh. There were nice, gory moments and the atmosphere was pleasantly creepy, but everything else fell flat. They should've forgone the side story (sorry, Sean Bean) and the overlong bouts of exposition and just thrown more twisted Meh. There were nice, gory moments and the atmosphere was pleasantly creepy, but everything else fell flat. They should've forgone the side story (sorry, Sean Bean) and the overlong bouts of exposition and just thrown more twisted scenes into the fray. Oh, and if your brain isn't hard-wired to understand 'Nintendo' logic (I found a hotel room key, so she must be at the hotel!) some of the movie conventions will probably seem quite silly. Also, when will directors learn that CGI monsters are never really scary? The guy that crawls out of the bathroom stall? Freaky. The walking CGI blob thing? Not so much. The handful of good scenes were pretty priceless, though. Overall, if you liked the games and have money burning a hole through your pocket, you could do much worse.… Expand

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MoshM.Apr 23, 2006

First hour or so was right on with the original game, other then the main character gender swap. After that the hole thing take off in a totally new direction not even close to the game......

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SamM.Apr 23, 2006

This movie is the best movie i have ever seen in a loooong time. If the critics knew anything about the game, the director & the fact it originated in japan, i beleive they might turn their toffee-noses towards it. Roger Avary, Nicolas This movie is the best movie i have ever seen in a loooong time. If the critics knew anything about the game, the director & the fact it originated in japan, i beleive they might turn their toffee-noses towards it. Roger Avary, Nicolas Boukhrief & Christophe Gans. on the slight chance you come on this website and read this review. well done.… Expand

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EricM.Apr 22, 2006

I played the video games, since the first one released on PS1. If they could've put the town of Silent Hill into reality...this would be it. I don't think that I could know how to rate this if I did not play the games because I can I played the video games, since the first one released on PS1. If they could've put the town of Silent Hill into reality...this would be it. I don't think that I could know how to rate this if I did not play the games because I can imagine some confusion coming from those people. For me, it was clear, it was excellent, and the atmosphere was astonishing. If all horror movies could capture the eerie atmosphere and horrific sounds of silent hill, it could make a whole lot of movies better. Like others have said, the dialogue and acting could've beena little better but all in all, a great movie. I have to say, I have yet to like a video game to movie adaptation but this is how they should make them. I wonder if the critics even saw the movie or just decided to rate it horribly because its based on a video game. This just goes to show you can't always judge a movie based on a critics review. This is great, go see it for yourselves, you won't be disappointed!… Expand

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BenB.Apr 22, 2006

I honestly thought this movie was great. I went into it already knowing what a majority of critics thought but I decided I would find out for myself. The thing is with these kinds of movies, the audience needs to relax and stretch out their I honestly thought this movie was great. I went into it already knowing what a majority of critics thought but I decided I would find out for myself. The thing is with these kinds of movies, the audience needs to relax and stretch out their levels of believability. At the very core of this movie, it is a ghost story and like any ghost story, the ideas of reality can be stretched. The things that happen in this movie border on the incredibly confusing and some of the events that occur will also make you stare bug-eyed wondering if you really saw what you thought you saw. Just keep the following things in mind when you see this movie and you will most likely enjoy it: 1) Two worlds exist in this movie, the real world and Silent Hill's world (the movie switches back and forth between them and once you figure this out, the rest falls into place), 2) like any scary/horror movie, the main character will do some pretty ridiculous things (just have yourself a chuckle and enjoy the results), 3) keep your mind open and let the ideas in the movie soak into your head...don't try to analyze everything you see....things will be explained later on. I really did like this movie and I feel its biggest problem is that not too many are understanding it. Watch it, enjoy it and watch out for the Pyramid Man.… Expand

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KevinA.Apr 22, 2006

Almost completely free of cliche. Visually stunning. Some of the acting could be better, but the overall effect is definitely worthwhile. Overall, a powerful execution of a unique concept and some very interesting commentary of the nature of Almost completely free of cliche. Visually stunning. Some of the acting could be better, but the overall effect is definitely worthwhile. Overall, a powerful execution of a unique concept and some very interesting commentary of the nature of faith, religion and metaphysics.… Expand

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DanL.Apr 22, 2006

The movie was visually stunning, and enough so that it should receive its fair share of credit for that alone. Beyond that though, the dialogue was humorous at best and somehow a director that did everything right aesthetically managed to The movie was visually stunning, and enough so that it should receive its fair share of credit for that alone. Beyond that though, the dialogue was humorous at best and somehow a director that did everything right aesthetically managed to neglect every other detail. Shots of actresses that have been fair in the past looked like they were done in one rehearsal take (hasn't Alice Krige won awards?). The movie's worth a chance, but only one, even if you're a fan of the game series. At least it did that justice.… Expand

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WillW.Apr 22, 2006

Not quite perfect in select dialogue-heavy scenes, but it was a very effective horror film that respected it's source material. It's truly the best of its kind. Film critics are unfairly biased towards anything remotely to do with Not quite perfect in select dialogue-heavy scenes, but it was a very effective horror film that respected it's source material. It's truly the best of its kind. Film critics are unfairly biased towards anything remotely to do with video games, so the low rating is not much of a surprise. Do yourself a favor and see it for yourself!… Expand

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ElmocoApr 22, 2006

Great freaking movie. from the set design to the creepy found footage look, the atmosphere in the film is excellent. don't believe the stuffy critic's reviews. most have probably never even heard of the game, much less played it.

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RyanM.Apr 22, 2006

This movie was fantastic. The sets were amazing, the cinematgraphy phenomenal. Everything was in place to set the mood and really suck you in to the world of Silent Hill, including the musical score. There were brief moments of bad acting ( This movie was fantastic. The sets were amazing, the cinematgraphy phenomenal. Everything was in place to set the mood and really suck you in to the world of Silent Hill, including the musical score. There were brief moments of bad acting ( only a couple and they didn't last long ) and, like the game, you actually have to think to understand it. Too bad the critics like their movies done according to formula because this movie is so undeserving of the reviews it's been getting. I can only hope there is a director's cut dvd with about an hour more of Pyramid Head. He is the new horror icon of this generation. If you like a good, fun horror movie with tons of gore go and see Silent Hill. It does not disappoint!… Expand

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SeanP.Apr 22, 2006

NOTE: This is a gamer's review who has ACTUALLY PLAYED THE GAME. This movie was absolutely the best. I don't understand how it got such horrible reviews. The only thing I can come up with is that the reviewers have not played the NOTE: This is a gamer's review who has ACTUALLY PLAYED THE GAME. This movie was absolutely the best. I don't understand how it got such horrible reviews. The only thing I can come up with is that the reviewers have not played the game to appriciate it enough. Anyways, the movie stays very true to the game. I honestly don't think they could have done this adaptation of the game any better. One thing I would like to point out though is that the movie quickly jumps into the storyline leaving many questions unanswered. Like, to why they need to go to Silent Hill. There are one or two bad acting scenes/bad line scenes but every movie has one of those. (Yes, i'm looking at you Star Wars Episode three) Conclution: If you have played and liked the game, you should have no reason to hate this movie and should love it. If you have not touched the game, there probably will be a chance you will not like it too much.… Expand

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GabrielM.Apr 22, 2006

I thought the movie was amazing. I am not too picky on storyline, so it that part of the film did not bother me. The acting or dialogue seemed forced in some parts, but in my case not enough to cause a dislike of the film. The visuals alone I thought the movie was amazing. I am not too picky on storyline, so it that part of the film did not bother me. The acting or dialogue seemed forced in some parts, but in my case not enough to cause a dislike of the film. The visuals alone made it worth attending, and that is what I wanted to experience. The atmosphere was incredible. You can really just sit back and immerse yourself in the visuals. Even better, was that it looked very much like the games. The gore was nauseating in some parts which was very satisfying for this type of film. A horror movie that can gross me out or give me chills down my spine, I love it… Expand

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AndrewG.Apr 22, 2006

Another example of the type of movie that critics don't like and the general public love. The problem with all the people with their comments being "nonsensical storyline" is that they either know it's a video game adaption, and Another example of the type of movie that critics don't like and the general public love. The problem with all the people with their comments being "nonsensical storyline" is that they either know it's a video game adaption, and don't think deep into it, or just can't make sense of it because you have to actually *gasp* think! Some of the best cinematography is here, as well as the best atmosphere in any recent movie that I can remember. The story, by no means stupid or nonsensical, requires you to think about every character and pay attention to little details, and eventually it all falls into place. I found myself more than confused at some parts, but then it clicked and everything made sense. So, in conclusion, this is a movie that people who are actually normal will appreciate. It has breathtaking cinematography, a suspensful, deep, and frightening storyline that deal with religious fanatics, condemnation, judgement, retribution, and revenge. Oh, and to all the people who think the creatures are CGI and look fake, most of them are actors in latex suits and costumes, with little touches of CGI here and there. What, humans in latex don't look real?… Expand

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MalachiasJ.Apr 22, 2006

The best movie horror ever made.

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DOApr 22, 2006

Bottom line, if you believe in God and like to bitch at people who don't then you'll give this movie a low score. Go see the movie and you might get what I mean.

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SpookyOtakuApr 22, 2006

1st movie that I've walked out of in a great while. The original PSX game was a masterpiece...this was just a piece. Avoid at all costs.

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ShaunM.Apr 22, 2006

PROS - The fact that critics gave Brokeback Mountain such high ratings and this not is reason enough to stop listening to them. This movie is ten times deeper than the afforementioned without even trying, and the only reason I'm PROS - The fact that critics gave Brokeback Mountain such high ratings and this not is reason enough to stop listening to them. This movie is ten times deeper than the afforementioned without even trying, and the only reason I'm comparing the two is to show how much money talks when talking about critics reviews. All the critics got pissed off when Sony wouldn't allow any pre-screenings, and that made them think that is was going to be bad from the get-go. Their preconceived notions ruined the movie for them. This is an atmospherically terrifying movie. CONS - Spotty acting (in some of the minor characters). Most people need to do further research in order to understand the plot fully, but I do not think it's incomprehensible by any means to anyone who hasn't played the game, because, I have not. Oh, and the end is very gory. That could be a pro or a con depending on who you're talking to.… Expand

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AJLoomanApr 22, 2006

The critics Trashed this movie. What they dont understand is it comes from a videogame subculture and i bet the reviewers that tore it apart didnt do there homework and at least attempt to power on a PlayStation to see what the game was The critics Trashed this movie. What they dont understand is it comes from a videogame subculture and i bet the reviewers that tore it apart didnt do there homework and at least attempt to power on a PlayStation to see what the game was about. As a fan of the game series i feel the movie did the game justice and was very good. However there where a few things that could have been better.The movie wasent perfect but few movies today are. Silent Hill deserved more credit than its givin.… Expand

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NeilF.Apr 22, 2006

If you are a fan of the videogame series, you owe it to yourself to see this movie. It really is the best video game to screen adaptation thus far. Christophe Gans once again delvers with his over the top, but beautifully choreographed If you are a fan of the videogame series, you owe it to yourself to see this movie. It really is the best video game to screen adaptation thus far. Christophe Gans once again delvers with his over the top, but beautifully choreographed vision of Silent Hill. I really did love ths movie, there are SO many scenes ripped straight from the videogame, there were many times where I felt like I was playing the videogame but had no control where the story would lead, which made it that much more frightening. For the cinematography and set pieces alone, this is a must see but I would recommend to any horror fans that enjoy not only gore but meaningful story as well.… Expand

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AnthonyV.Apr 22, 2006

Okay, the critics' average is 27 and the public average is 91. Something is very wrong here, perhaps? Not really. Movies like this and the Saw series are just doomed from the onset. The issue isn't whether or not film critics "get" Okay, the critics' average is 27 and the public average is 91. Something is very wrong here, perhaps? Not really. Movies like this and the Saw series are just doomed from the onset. The issue isn't whether or not film critics "get" Silent Hill or Saw. THEY DON'T WANT TO. Was there anything wrong with Silent Hill? Yes. The dialogue was embarassing. The handholding explanation near the end between Rose and ****** was overkill. But everything else was unbelievable. Sick. Amazing. It's just not a film critic's movie, especially a film critic who is too interested in faux-wit and elitism to write an objective film review just because it was based on a videogame (COUGH RAY BENNETT COUGH).… Expand

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AndrewB.Apr 22, 2006

I'll begin by saying this: I've never played the games, so I'm not a Silent Hill fanboy. That being said, don't listen to the negative reviews, this movie is well done. The environments and music come together to create a I'll begin by saying this: I've never played the games, so I'm not a Silent Hill fanboy. That being said, don't listen to the negative reviews, this movie is well done. The environments and music come together to create a truly eerie atmosphere. I thought that the direction was great, it was deliberate in leading your eyes to a certain point in the image. It is not without its flaws. There are some pacing issues within the first third of the movie (could've been about 10-15 minutes shorter). Some poorly written dialogue is evident along with some poor acting. Thankfully, the bad acting jobs are exclusive to minor characters. The story comes together in the end, and for me it was a bit difficult to fully grasp what was going on. But when it finally came to me I had a greater appreciation for the movie. Do yourself a favour; see this movie for yourself and let yourself by the judge. Otherwise, you may be missing a good one.… Expand

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