Silence Of The Lambs Reviews

What a mess

Ok, this is a personal opinion but this movie is a shambles. Yes it won Oscars but that is no recommendation these days (A Beautiful Mind?!). By the numbers acting, no plotting, devoid of thrills and mediocre direction. Hopkins' Lecter is a true pantomime villain in the most terrible ways. Hammy and laughable, this could almost be Benny Hill up there.

Jodie Foster is no better. The "I'm scared but I'm FBI so I must be brave" delivery frankly disappointed me. This is an actor capable of so much more (The Accused for example) yet this doesn't stretch her abilities at all. Wanna see Lecter? Watch "Manhunter" for a truly terrifying everyman performance by a true underrated star, Brian Cox.

Great story, well told, and hopkins is simply glorious.

These sort of crime thrillers almost always translate well into film, however, rarely does one come out so well, It's fantastically told, even a pre-16 school leaver could enjoy the convolouted plot that never becomes too thick for the action buff's or too thin for those who like a little meat in their gravy. Anthony hopkins is superb as the deliciously demented yet refined killer Hannibal 'the cannibal' Lecter, who steals the show almost unfairly from the wonderful FBI agent Clarice Starling (Jodie Foster). This is a gruesome intelligent crime thriler that will have you yelping away in a dark room on the very edge of that favourite chair, while challenging you too think a little too. This works as both a simple movie, to one that, should you wish, could be debated over a fine wine...just perhaps not a chianti.

Also see Red Dragon, the recently released prequel starring Anthony Hopkins again and Edward Norton, however avoid the movie version of Hannibal (the sequel) read the book instead.

Still spectacular

The Silence Of The Lambs has become a legend among moviegoers as on of those films that you absolutely must see. It won the Oscar for best picture when it was released and it is easy to see why.

We are presented with the tale of Clarice Starling a fledgling agent at the FBI. She is tasked with finding a serial killer who has garnered the alias Buffalo Bill. To do this she must enlist the help of one Hannibal Lecter played brilliantly by Anthony Hopkins.

What sets this film apart from the average serial killer slasher flick is the dynamic that develops between the two. Hopkins is very sedate in his performance and oozes danger while appearing calm. We as the audience identify with starling and are both fascinated and terrified by this man.

An excellent film even though it does seem slightly dated but still well worth watching if only to avoid the choruses of "you haven’t seen that!?!"

'Silence Of The Lambs' (1991)

I rented this film because it was recommended to me by a friend and I have to say it was a very good film. i had already watched red dragon and hannibal which are both great films and i definately recommend them to you if you like getting getting shivers down your spine!

I liked this film because it makes you feel you are part of the case. You go to Dr Hannibal Lecter to get advice and clues. The twist is great at the end and it is very tense but i won't spoil it for you.

Anthony Hopkins is outstanding in one his best films. Sly, sneaky and mysterious. Great film! One you will remember.

Good but should be seen with Main Movie DVD.

This informative DVD is worth watching only if person's membership allows him to have 2 DVDs at home. Watching only bonus DVD is boring.

This is one of the best movies I have seen. Every character is played to perfection. You admire Clarice's determination and struggle, you rightly fear Buffalo Bill, and you pray you never meet an evil like Lecter's . Stylistically this is an infintely watchable film. I will never tire of this movie. Not everyone will agree with me I know, and the subject content will mean that not everyone likes this film, but I feel this shouldn't detract from it being rightly recognised for its cineatic greatness.

an atmospheric thriller

Brilliant plot and acting. Tense psychological thriller.No wonder this is an Oscar winner

This film can only be described as a classic. The amazing suspense felt in almost every seen leaves the viewer feeling excited and impressed. The contrast of the sweet naive hick Clarice contrasted with the sweet mellow tones of the doctor only add to this suspense as the viewer is torn between the confused good intentions of the doctor and the knowledge of who and what he is, A cold blooded killer. A must see for everyone. Amazing.

Brilliant

Anthony Hopkins at his best. A superb film which gets even better on a repeat viewing. Not to be missed.

Brilliant film - and Im not usually one for scary movies!

An excellent excellent film, well deserving of its classic status. The plot is well constructed and the characters all highly believable. Completely terrifying in parts it also never forgets that it's job is to scare - not to tell a romance story or create a mystery. Perhaps because of this unfailing direction it actually manages to do all three without trying and create an unforgettable film. Watch it - just not alone......

*Top notch acting doubtless helps the film a great deal*