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Based on Thomas Harris's novel, this terrifying film by Jonathan Demme really only contains a couple of genuinely shocking moments (one involving an autopsy, the other a prison break). The rest of the film is a splatter-free visual and psychological descent into the hell of madness, redeemed astonishingly by an unlikely connection between a monster and a haunted young woman. Anthony Hopkins is extraordinary as the cannibalistic psychiatrist Dr. Hannibal Lecter, virtually entombed in a subterranean prison for the criminally insane. At the behest of the FBI, agent-in-training Clarice Starling (Jodie Foster) approaches Lecter, requesting his insights into the identity and methods of a serial killer named Buffalo Bill (Ted Levine). In exchange, Lecter demands the right to penetrate Starling's most painful memories, creating a bizarre but palpable intimacy that liberates them both under separate but equally horrific circumstances. Demme, a filmmaker with a uniquely populist vision (Melvin and Howard, Something Wild), also spent his early years making pulp for Roger Corman (Caged Heat), and he hasn't forgotten the significance of tone, atmosphere, and the unsettling nature of a crudely effective close-up. Much of the film, in fact, consists of actors staring straight into the camera (usually from Clarice's point of view), making every bridge between one set of eyes to another seem terribly dangerous. --Tom Keogh
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4.0 out of 5 stars
pretty decent ,but Red Dragon is superior (3.5/5),
By falcon "disdressed12" (canada) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Silence of the Lambs (DVD)
i remember watching this movie a long time ago and not being all that
impressed.but i watched it again last night,and i have a higher opinion of it now than i did before.it's a good film,there's no question.it's very moody and atmospheric,yet i still think Red Dragon is a superior film.however,did like a lot about "Silence...".i thought Scott Glenn was excellent as Jack Crawford,Starling's(Jodi Foster)superior.i am not a Jodi Foster fan at all,however,she did well in this movie.i still think, though,that Julianne Moore's portrayal of Clarice Starling in Hannibal is superior.Hopkins is brilliant of course as Hannibal Lector.but Ted Levine is equally brilliant in his portrayal of "Buffalo Bill". yes,"Silence..."is a very good movie,but what puzzle me is how people revere it as much as they do.it isn't that good.it will definitely give you chills and draw you in.the story is very compelling.having said all that,i give SOTL 3.5/5
3.0 out of 5 stars
Poor casting hurts an otherwise good psychological drama,
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This review is from: Silence of the Lambs (DVD)
I did not read the book so I don't know if the writer and director were trying to follow a flawed path with their script. However, the movie lost me early on with the premise that an FBI academy student would be chosen for an important assignment. Thus I found myself following the rest of the movie wondering what the heck Jodie Foster was doing in the center of all the action. Then there was the casting for Hannibal Lector. This character is going to have to convince the audience that he possesses not only a brilliant mind but also a powerful physique. Enter Anthony Hopkins and exit my interest in this character. By now I'm hoping that Scott Glenn will show up more often so I can have someone whose role I can accept.There are several confusing sequences in the movie that detract further from its' quality. Maybe it's just me but I was totally confused by a scene with Jodie Foster and a group of local lawmen gathered when one of their own was found. Ms. Foster gave a little speech that made absolutely no sense to me. Then there was the incredible scene in which Hannibal Lector was transfered to Memphis or some such place at the request of some influencial politician (like that made any sense). We have a hotel with two divisions of policemen in it to guard Lector (and two cops actually doing the job). We are expected to accept that Lector is able to overpower the two cops, create a gruesome disguise and escape (presumeably by overpowering even more inept individuals). It was quite a series of events but I didn't buy the concept that it could have happened in the first place. Well, enough of my complaints. My point is that I felt the movie lacked credibility. I think viewers were fascinated with the concept of Hannibal Lector and tended to accept whatever they were asked to. There was some interesting psychological dialogue and some scenes that were very well done. I just was never able to buy into it.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Film,
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This review is from: Silence of the Lambs (DVD)
This award-winning 1991 film was adapted by Ted Tally from the 1988 novel by Thomas Harris. The film is a faithful adaptation of the novel, except for some minor changes. Personally, I prefer the film because of its dramatic scenes as well the characters, especially the infamous Dr. Hannibal Lecter.
I agree with the reviewers here. This film is one of the best thrillers of the 20th century.
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