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Rating: 9/10 (23 April 2006)

So it seems that everyone has a very definite impression of this movie, whether it be good or bad. I will not scream vehemently either way, since I believe that if you like it, that is your right, and if not, that's fine too. No need to go on the offensive. Allow me just to say that at least Gans DID make an impression with the movie, both visually and in terms of his pacing. Without giving anything away, it had its moments where it lagged just a wee bit, but otherwise I felt more creeped out at certain moments than actually playing the game, and mostly because, when playing the games, if I needed a breather, I could put down the controller. Not being IN control changed the mood for me, to one of apprehension. And, although its a left handed complement to call this the best video game adaptation to date, I will say that I'm intrigued enough to see any sequel that MIGHT be forthcoming (although who knows where they could go with it). I hope the DVD, when it comes out, includes multiple endings (ala the games themselves). I'd even love to see the UFO ending or some such thing! But honestly folks, this is a movie that you will either love or hate. It will either grip you and take you on the ride, or leave you behind snoozing it your seat. But the theater I went to was on the edge of its collective seat for the whole screening, with the girl next to me squirming uncomfortably at times. I say see this movie, let it make some $$$, and maybe we'll get more like it, and possibly, if Gans directs the next one, someone else can write the script for an even BETTER movie experience. So see it, tell everyone you know to see it. Let's not let this one flop.