Nice effects and atmosphere, poor acting and script

Rating: 5/10 (12 August 2006)

Having read a couple of the previous comments and being a long time PC gamer I approached this film with fairly high expectations. On the plus side, the scenario's, camera work and characterisations were pretty reminiscent of two of the three PC versions of the Silent Hill games I have played. The film does conjure up a palpable atmosphere and the special effects are well done. On the minus side, the acting and script is pretty poor, almost cringe-worthy in places. I would give a score of 7/8 for effects, atmosphere and deja vu factor for gamers, but a score of 3 for acting and plot. Slightly disappointing. Some previous commenter's stated this was the best film adaptation of a game so far, I disagree and think that accolade goes to Resident Evil 1 and 2, which although perhaps not as atmospheric, offer solid action and better acting than is on offer here.