The Best Video Game Adaptation Out There

Rating: 9/10 (24 April 2006)

First of all, I am an avid video game player, and Konami's Silent Hill franchise has been one of my favorites for years. Which is why I jumped at the chance to see a movie based on the game. I was a little apprehensive, since most video game adaptations aren't worth the film they're printed on. Then again, Uwe Boll had nothing to do with this movie, so there's one point in it's favor.
Unlike many video game adaptations, the creators of the game (Konami) were actually somewhat involved with this one. That allows for a feel and an atmosphere ripped straight out of the masterpiece PlayStation 2/Xbox games.
The feel of the town of Silent Hill is downright creepy. A mining town that burned down 30 years ago, Silent Hill is now covered in thick, dense fog, and ash constantly rains from the ominous skies.
The movie is somewhat confusing, but then again, so is the game it is based on. I actually found myself explaining the entire thing to some of the other audience members, since being a Silent Hill player seems to be a prerequisite for watching the movie (or at least understanding it completely).