Probably the most brilliant film ever made

Rating: 10/10 (7 August 2007)

This film, along with its sequel/prequels, is probably the most amazing thriller that has ever been made in the history of film. I actually ran into the film by accident when I received it in a gift bag when I attended the American Music Awards. When I first watched it, I was completely blown away by it. It was the most incredible film I had ever seen in my life. Anthony Hopkins is BRILLIANT as Hannibal Lecter. I have watched the film about 30 times, and I am obsessed with it. Not only does it involve a look into the mind of Hannibal Lecter, the most fascinating of all serial killers (both fictional and nonfictional), it also offers you a chance to look at forensic profiling as well. This film changed my life, and inspired me to look deeper into a possible career as a forensic psychologist or some other forensic professional. I convinced all of my friends to watch the film as well. Even the ones who didn't particularly feel that it was their "type" of film said that they had to admit that "The Silence of the Lambs" was brilliantly done. Even if this kind of movie (thriller) isn't your favorite, you will still be able to appreciate this masterpiece. So, if you haven't seen it, I ask you--no, I BEG you--go out and rent it or buy it right away. You won't regret it.