From Horror Series
MGM+'s From combines elements of Resident Evil and Silent Hill, offering a unique horror experience
MGM+'s horror series From has been praised for its original storyline, which draws inspiration from popular horror video game franchises Resident Evil and Silent Hill. According to ScreenRant, the show has a 96% Rotten Tomatoes score, making it a horror masterpiece.
The series, created by John Griffin, is set in a mysterious town that seems to loop back on itself, making it nearly impossible for its inhabitants to escape. The primary threat in the town comes from nocturnal, flesh-eating creatures with eerie smiling faces, reminiscent of Silent Hill's grotesque monsters.
From Combines Resident Evil’s Survival Horror With Silent Hill’s Psychological Terror
From combines the survival horror elements of Resident Evil with the psychological terror of Silent Hill, creating a unique and captivating horror experience. The show's protagonist, Boyd Stevens, is a grieving widower who holds himself responsible for the suffering of those around him, similar to James Sunderland from Silent Hill 2.
The series also features puzzle-solving elements, with characters discovering mysterious items and "doorways" to escape the town, similar to the gameplay of Resident Evil and Silent Hill. The show's use of protective talismans, which act like Resident Evil's save-rooms, adds to the sense of tension and survival horror.
From Is Great, But Both Resident Evil & Silent Hill Need Better Direct Live-Action Adaptations
Despite the success of From, both Resident Evil and Silent Hill have struggled to find worthy live-action adaptations. The most recent Silent Hill movie, Return to Silent Hill, was heavily criticized for its campy visuals and lack of tension, while the Resident Evil live-action adaptations have also failed to leave a lasting impact.
However, with Zach Cregger's upcoming Resident Evil movie, there is hope that the franchise may finally receive a worthy adaptation. Until then, fans of both franchises can fill the void by watching MGM+'s From, which offers a unique and captivating horror experience.
Release Information
The following table provides information about the release of From:
| Category | Description |
|---|---|
| Release Date | February 20, 2022 |
| Network | Epix, MGM+ |
| Cast | Harold Perrineau, Catalina Sandino Moreno, Eion Bailey, David Alpay, Elizabeth Saunders, Scott McCord, Shaun Majumder, Ricky He, Chloe Van Landschoot, Pegah Ghafoori, Corteon Moore, Avery Konrad, Hannah Cheramy, Simon Webster, Elizabeth Moy, Deborah Grover, Angela Moore, Vox Smith, Paul Zinno, Kaelen Ohm, Robert Joy, A.J. Simmons, Samantha Brown, Benjamin Clost, Sam Haynes |
| Directors | Jack Bender, Brad Turner, Alexandra La Roche, Bruce McDonald, Jeff Renfroe |
| Writers | Vivian Lee, Kristen Layden, Brigitte Hales, Jeff Pinkner, John Griffin |
| Main Genre | Horror |
| Creator(s) | John Griffin |
| Executive Producer(s) | Anthony Russo, Joe Russo, André Nemec, Jeff Pinkner, Jack Bender, Mike LaRocca, John Griffin, Lindsay Dunn, Scott Rosenberg |
| Producers | Michael Mahoney |
| Seasons | 4 |
| Streaming Service(s) | MGM+ |
As reported by ScreenRant, From is a must-watch for fans of horror and the Resident Evil and Silent Hill franchises, offering a unique and captivating experience that combines elements of both franchises. With its 96% Rotten Tomatoes score, From is a horror masterpiece that is not to be missed.
