Silent Hill

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ModestusQ.Apr 22, 2006

This film was a terrible waste of money. It made little sense, was boring, and seemed to last forever. The performances certainly didn't help. The audience in attendance kept laughing despite themselves because of the ineptitude and This film was a terrible waste of money. It made little sense, was boring, and seemed to last forever. The performances certainly didn't help. The audience in attendance kept laughing despite themselves because of the ineptitude and Z-grade quality of 'Silent Hill.' Do NOT waste your money...please!… Expand

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[Anonymous]Apr 22, 2006

I was looking foward to seeing this movie. I love horror movies, but this was terrible. Terrible plot, random dialogue. They bring up random information and don't develop it into the plot. The actors were bad, really bad. Why did the I was looking foward to seeing this movie. I love horror movies, but this was terrible. Terrible plot, random dialogue. They bring up random information and don't develop it into the plot. The actors were bad, really bad. Why did the cop wear such a tight uniform?… Expand

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JamesB.Apr 22, 2006

I wish Pyramid Head had showed up again at the end. I loved this movie.

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AlexG.Apr 22, 2006

I loved this film. The way music played into the onscreen plight was art. Im a gamer so the way the movie stuck to the true plot was perfect. I looked so good. They spent time on this piece. All of the CGI is phenominal.

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AnthonyA.Apr 22, 2006

Never, ever, ever listen to critics when it comes to film. I can't say that enough. This especially applies to a film based on a videogame such as Silent HIll. Film critics are notorious for hating video games as a form of Never, ever, ever listen to critics when it comes to film. I can't say that enough. This especially applies to a film based on a videogame such as Silent HIll. Film critics are notorious for hating video games as a form of art/entertainment. Sorry Roger Ebert, but you're old and this is a whole new world. Yours and other critic's opinions on this film is irelevant in my opinion. Now for the movie: If you played the games religiously, as I have, then you will definatly appreciate what has been done in the transition to the big screen. It looks great, it sounds great and 99% of the time it just feels right. People who saw this movie with me who had never played the game left the movie really confused. Aside from the lame dialogue, and liberties taken with the story from the first SIlent Hill, this was my only gripe with the film. It is definatly for the fans of the franchise and everyone else is really left in the dark. That aside, everyone can agree that this movie does magicaly transport you into its foggy, gloomy world. And to be honest with you, I am glad that people who never played the games left the theater a bit confused because figuring out the truth about Silent Hill is what has made the games so great. I'm still trying to figure them all out, as I'm sure some of the hard core fans of the series are as well. As a Silent Hill fan: 9 As a film geek: 8… Expand

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VinceK.Apr 22, 2006

Rating this movie a 27/100 is preposterous. This is by far the best videogame adaptation yet to the big screen, with some of the most detailed cinematography yet seen in any horror movie. Thats the problem with most of these reviews. Most of Rating this movie a 27/100 is preposterous. This is by far the best videogame adaptation yet to the big screen, with some of the most detailed cinematography yet seen in any horror movie. Thats the problem with most of these reviews. Most of these critics have probably never even touched a videogame in their life. Most of the gripes about the movie has been about the confusing ending, 'bad' acting, and the overall corniness of the dialogue. I'm not making excuses or alibis here, but personally I loved the script of the movie simply because it stayed amazingly true to the games. The acting in the games were 'bad', the dialogue was 'bad', but thats the point. This movie is extremely stylized, and stayed true to its roots. Fans may complain about some plot changes but damn't, its a good thing cause it means theres gonna be sequal with the way it ended. I personally can't wait.… Expand

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Clank182Apr 22, 2006

Played the games loved the movie if you have not played the games you might not like it but if you like the game you will like the movie.

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JessG.Apr 22, 2006

Nonsensical storyline, lack of atmosphere, terrible acting, un-scary and unsubtle CGI monsters, and it really felt like sitting there and watching somebody else playing a video game for 2 hours (although it felt much longer). And filmmakers Nonsensical storyline, lack of atmosphere, terrible acting, un-scary and unsubtle CGI monsters, and it really felt like sitting there and watching somebody else playing a video game for 2 hours (although it felt much longer). And filmmakers really need to realise that little girls with long black hair hanging in their faces do not make a film scary. The only reason I've given it a 2 is because I did like some of the production design.… Expand

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StephanP.Apr 22, 2006

This is an intriguing film. The visuals are stunning and disturbing. The sound design is phenomenal. All of this you've heard before. So, I figured I might address some of the other critiques.The mixing of live actors as well as CGI for This is an intriguing film. The visuals are stunning and disturbing. The sound design is phenomenal. All of this you've heard before. So, I figured I might address some of the other critiques.The mixing of live actors as well as CGI for the monsters was brilliant-- Acting: I actually think the Rhada Mitchell, Laurie Holden and Alice Krige were really good. The rest were okay. Confusing Storyline: The movie has a story...and it isn't nearly as confusing as a David Lynch film. But the thing about horror is that over-explainations often ruin things. Generally, I think Silent Hill is working a certain type of Horror...it is a type that we don't see a lot--but I also think the film brilliantly misdirects what sort of horror it is. This is not a slasher flick, it is not a ironic take on the horror genre. It also isn't exactly a gore-fest. Like Lovecraft, this is a film about isolation, about helplessness, about madness, about obsessions, about religion...it is about disorientation. The horrors are there, but sometimes they are grainy and hard to see...and then sometimes they are right up in your face. The film also has a European style horror pacing (which tends to be a bit slower than American), and works Twilight-Zone/David Lynch style ambiguity. And the film is scary. I think it should be seen in the theatre with a great sound system. I know that the film has gotten lots of negative reviews...but I dont' think the reviewers are watching it in the right spirit. Silent Hill is not about realism, but about surrealism. And that is pretty cool.… Expand

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JohnLApr 22, 2006

First, do not see this movie. Unless you like video games and don't care how bad a film is that is based upon one. The cinematography is decent but thats all. All other aspects of this film are reprehensible. Also, it is not scary at all.

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AlexD.D.Apr 22, 2006

STAY CLEAR FROM THIS S***! This has to be the worst horror moie i've ever seen! visually stunning, it is just plain bad! Bad story, bad acting, bad overwhelming music! If you are looking for real horror fun, go see Slither! Or replay STAY CLEAR FROM THIS S***! This has to be the worst horror moie i've ever seen! visually stunning, it is just plain bad! Bad story, bad acting, bad overwhelming music! If you are looking for real horror fun, go see Slither! Or replay SH2 or 3... This movie really does not deserve any more box office grossing!… Expand

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BradfordL.Apr 22, 2006

Fantastic

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TomR.Apr 22, 2006

GREAT! Finally a REAL videogame adaption. I'm a so big fan of the videogame. Thank you Christophe.

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TomyJ.Apr 22, 2006

This is the greatest Game Movie that I ever See! And it is complete like Silent Hill, the Monsters, the Story, and and and. The Actors are great, i dont know what the most critics dont like on the movie...

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FrankH.Apr 22, 2006

I rated this a 9, my having no idea about the game itself, and first time seeing the movie. It was a very good job. Acting could of been a bit better? little confusing at somepoints, and at the end it just throws you off like no other. I I rated this a 9, my having no idea about the game itself, and first time seeing the movie. It was a very good job. Acting could of been a bit better? little confusing at somepoints, and at the end it just throws you off like no other. I think i just got really confused at the end, if someone can please email me how it was supposed to be represented/explain the end to me again maybe?. If i had a choice to re-see the movie with friends, i would say yes just because its a decent movie :-)… Expand

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KeeganB.Apr 22, 2006

For a movie based of a game I though that this was very well done. The presentation of the movie was damn awesome. The acting kinda sucked but what can you expect it was about more then that, I think this movie lived up to the game in almost For a movie based of a game I though that this was very well done. The presentation of the movie was damn awesome. The acting kinda sucked but what can you expect it was about more then that, I think this movie lived up to the game in almost every way and also is an entertaining movie to people that know nothing about the game love horror genre. The only downside of this movie is that the very very end didn't make much sence.… Expand

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AndyG.Apr 22, 2006

I really don't understand all the negative reviews, Silent Hill is a very impressive movie. It's definately not perfect, but it's definitely worthwhile to fans of the games and those who aren't familiar with them, I really don't understand all the negative reviews, Silent Hill is a very impressive movie. It's definately not perfect, but it's definitely worthwhile to fans of the games and those who aren't familiar with them, although it certainly helps if you are familiar with the story of the games. I can GUARANTEE that if Silent Hill was a book and not a game, it would be getting much better reviews. Critics are nothing more than elitists with a pen who are too in love with themselves to be credible when reviewing a movie. Please don't let the negative reviews sway you from seeing this movie, because it's a damn fine movie, whether it's a "game movie" or not.… Expand

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ddApr 21, 2006

The most bizarre movie I have ever seen. Fantastic visuals, stupid story (just like the games) And, just the games I loved it.

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CharlesH.Apr 21, 2006

Screw all the critics talking about how the movie is like videogames and that it is lifeless. Im sorry but all the reviews from normal people have loved this film. And I for one thought it was amazing. I think the critics are just scared and Screw all the critics talking about how the movie is like videogames and that it is lifeless. Im sorry but all the reviews from normal people have loved this film. And I for one thought it was amazing. I think the critics are just scared and here is why. They are scared that the movies are being out done by another form of entertainment VIDEOGAMES. I have one thing to say to the critics "We don't give a flying F**K what you think so deal with it."… Expand

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StuartC.Apr 21, 2006

Damn the critics and their lazy herd mentality. "It's a video game movie so everyone will expect it to suck so let's just say it sucks and no-one will know we've got no clue what we're talking about." Silent Hill is far Damn the critics and their lazy herd mentality. "It's a video game movie so everyone will expect it to suck so let's just say it sucks and no-one will know we've got no clue what we're talking about." Silent Hill is far and away the greatest big-screen videogame adaption ever seen. One day, maybe they'll all be this good. Christopher Gans shows he's one massive fan of the games (as opposed to some know-nothing who hasn't played a game in his life, as is apparent from most game movies), pays lip service where it's due, and even throws in his own twists and turns to surprise even the biggest Silent Hill fan. Just when you think you're watching the original game scene-for-scene, there's something to mix it up a little. If there's a criticism to be made, it's towards the rather hammy acting, even from the generally decent Sean Bean. Not as bad as the voice acting in any of the games, of course, but it's quite stiff and occasionally a little silly. The movie's atmosphere, visuals, and ESPECIALLY it's fantastic audio track, however, are way up there. Don't listen to the so-called 'experts', take it from someone a little less jaded - Silent Hill is a movie worth paying to see whether you're a game fan or even just a fan of the freakish. 9 thumbs up.… Expand

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RyanC.Apr 21, 2006

Pretty much all the other people said what needs to be said about this movie. The acting in the movie isn't great, but it is one of the best game to movie adapations made. It's worth the ticket cost if you are a fan of the games. Pretty much all the other people said what needs to be said about this movie. The acting in the movie isn't great, but it is one of the best game to movie adapations made. It's worth the ticket cost if you are a fan of the games. It's even worth it if you aren't.… Expand

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CurtisC.Apr 21, 2006

Pretty twisted and creepy. There are some boring and slow parts, but for the most part, it's all pretty strange and just what you'd expect going into it.

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JustinApr 21, 2006

Forget the critics on this one and see it for yourself. I love horror movies and this is one of the best, most original efforts in a long tme.

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GaryM.Apr 21, 2006

Not a great movie, but it is the best videogame to movie adapation I have ever seen. Deserves to be seen, nonetheless. i know that Ebert does not play videogames, but I still understood what the movie is about. Ebert, if you want to know, e-mail me.

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AlistairD.Apr 21, 2006

Speaking as a massive fan of the games. Awsome. Some people might not like this as there isn't much in the way of definitive plot and it is uncomprimisingly loud.

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SteveApr 21, 2006

Do not worry about the low scores by the professional critics, one does not need to be a Silent Hill fan or even a video game fan to appreciate this piece of work. The visuals in the movie are just too good to look at, not to mention the Do not worry about the low scores by the professional critics, one does not need to be a Silent Hill fan or even a video game fan to appreciate this piece of work. The visuals in the movie are just too good to look at, not to mention the soundtrack that fits perfectly, complete with a thrilling but not "hollywood" thrilling storyline (unfortunately upsetting Mr Roger Ebert). However I do believe that in order to criticize this movie properly, one should at least have a brief glance at the story plots and history of the video game itself. Sadly all the professional film critics have failed to do so and blamed their own ignorance on the movie by saying "wah wah mommy i'm so confused, me not likey". Accept it folks, video games have been a culture a long time ago.… Expand

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DifferentTakeApr 21, 2006

Silent Hill is a video game adaptation and it deserves plenty of praise for its efforts in staying true to its roots. All the critics' that bashed the movie have obviously forgotton some of the terrrible video game adaptations of the Silent Hill is a video game adaptation and it deserves plenty of praise for its efforts in staying true to its roots. All the critics' that bashed the movie have obviously forgotton some of the terrrible video game adaptations of the past (e.g. Street Fighter, Resident Evil) The writers from these took a decent storyline and turned it into garbage. There's nothing wrong with staying true to game plot, that what some of us want. Almost all book adaptation regurgitate the whole novel and receive good reviews but vdieo games' movies that does the same get stepped on. Maybe the critics that wrote these terrible review should actually play the game FIRST before writing up a review about the movie. If they say the acting is bad, than maybe they should rewatch Harry Potter and look at the "OVERACTING' and reconsider the high ratings that they gave the film. Silent Hill was enjoyable, it is a good piece of entertainment for the weekend and for those of us that played the game you will appreciate the efforts that were put into this movie. The Critic's are obviously narrow minded and only believe films "inspired" by true events are worthy of good reviews........making money on a tragedy that happen in 2001 on flight 93 sure make the families of the victims very happy. Oh, and maybe Hollywood writters and directors should come up with original ideas and stop making bad movies from adaptations. Before they do that, they should take back their bias opinions and reconsidered bashing a game adaptation movie that is saving their butts in the box office.… Expand

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AramisG.Apr 21, 2006

Not knowing what is going on and why is one of the most enjoyable things about the games.

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AjayApr 21, 2006

FINALLY a game to movie adaptation worthy to watch! Tomb raider was a mess, resident evil was a disater on all means nad lets not think about the rest! Anyway Silent Hill is one of those sick, twised, generally creepy films that grabs you, FINALLY a game to movie adaptation worthy to watch! Tomb raider was a mess, resident evil was a disater on all means nad lets not think about the rest! Anyway Silent Hill is one of those sick, twised, generally creepy films that grabs you, and refuses to let go. Its sick horrifying, grotesque images of Hell, do more than just scare, they kick the breaths clean out, its that scary. Some scenes ar taken straight out of the game and this just makes th whole thing more satisfying. I can agree that th story was very confusing, and left not much of an impression, but the whole film proves just how goos game adaptations could be. It has all the right elements in a horror pic, but instead of following the predictible elements that a BAD movie would do it creates all new rules. Never has a horror been so intense than this. Silent Hill is a joy to watch and think that only Fans will truly appeciate the direction of the film. It ends just like the games do, confusing and downright weird, but thats the beauty of this film, it doesnt stick to the coventional methods. Christopher Gans has succeeded, and the reviews form all critics are wrong, and if any of them had actually played any of the games they would know how to take to this movie. Its the best horror of this year and probably the best movie of 2006 too. Any Fans MUST see this film!… Expand

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WinterApr 21, 2006

For the fans, Silent Hill is better than anyone had any right to hope it would be. From the music, to the sets, to the characters, to the creatures - everything smacks of a distinct respect for the source material. If, however, you are For the fans, Silent Hill is better than anyone had any right to hope it would be. From the music, to the sets, to the characters, to the creatures - everything smacks of a distinct respect for the source material. If, however, you are coming to the film from the point of having no prior knowledge then things get a little more complex and not so satisfactory: acting is patchy, script can be very weak in places and the lengthy exposition at a certain point is completely insulting. However, having said that - and this next point can't be stressed enough - if you enjoy films where the visuals are the main star (think Suspiria) then this is a complete masterclass in set design, creature effects, atmosphere, cinematography, the whole lot. The confidence displayed within really does conjure up some completely iconic images. Overall, it's a bold, confident, patchy effort that will divide those who see it. The best video game adaptation yet? Easily.… Expand

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GSApr 21, 2006

This is the best Video game adaption to Cinema that I ever seen. AMAZING MOVIE that stupid critics don´t undestand....To the critics : LEARN about Silent hill before write a non sense article.

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ChrisG.Apr 21, 2006

Beautifully done. It captures the scary, glued to your seat, heart pounding desperation that the game is. Awesome job.

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LukeS.Apr 21, 2006

Don't believe the bad reviews. These critics haven't a clue what they are on about. This film is amazing.

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AnnonZ.Apr 21, 2006

Silent Hill wasn

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JoséS.Apr 21, 2006

best movie ever.

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