Yes, I thought it was. A lot of critics gave it bad reviews (see rottentomatoes.com), but that was probably because they were angry over the fact that the movie was not screened in advance for them. Reviews from audiences were much better - the psychological level of fear from the games was utilized perfectly with both excellent sound and visial effects. It is certainly not an action movie with no plot (i.e. Resident Evil, Doom, BloodRayne), but there is one problem with it that many average viewers have noted. The plot can be hard to follow for casual movie viewers, and some parts (including the ending) are quite vague. If you have played the games (the first three, and especially the first two) you will understand the entire concept better, but a complex and open-ended plot fit the Silent Hill series quite well anyway. At any rate, it is certainly different from most other horror films out there right now and I hope there will be a sequel.
Instead of depending on the whining and annoying critics whose reviews are on Rottentomatoes, check out the customer reviews on Amazon.com (they actually have movies listed that are still in theatres, for the purpose of posting reviews as they are not even ready for pre-order yet). They are more accurate, IMO, but there may be mild spoilers (I forget).
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