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it tends to be excellent. Directed by Jonathan Demme, adapted from a Thomas Harris novel, and with Ted Tally providing the screenplay; never was 'The Silence of the Lambs' going to be anything but a success.

It is not hard to understand why this film was such a resounding success at the box office. Everything about this film is excellent, it is no wonder then that 'The Silence of the Lambs' has been parodied so many times over the years. Successful cartoons such as 'South Park' and 'The Simpsons' have used elements of the film in their episodes, while films such as 'Austin Powers in Goldmember' and 'Clerks 2' have also made passing references. It's a well know film that made millions, Thomas Harris novel was here captured on film incredibly well and Anthony Hopkins really managed to bring to life the character of Hannibal Lecter. I've already stated that the 2001 follow-up film 'Hannibal' I preferred, this film however is excellent and I personally consider myself to be a huge fan. Anthony Hopkins for me is the best thing about this film, every element of 'The Silence of the Lambs' is excellent but were he not selected for the part then there is no doubt in my mind that this film would have been nowhere near as successfully executed.

Director: Jonathan Demme
Year of release: 1991
Genre: Crime/Thriller
Language: English
Runtime: 118 mins
Rating: R

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