Truly Suspenseful and Amazing

Rating: 10/10 (2 August 2006)

Silence of the Lambs is a true work of art. It stands as my favorite film not only in the thriller/suspense genre, but of all films in existence. The story is original and never goes stale, all of the characters are interesting, the dialogue between the bright, young Clarice Starling and the maniacal, manipulative Hannibal Lecter is phenomenal. Hannibal Lecter is one of the most terrifying characters in film due to his extreme intelligence and disturbing habits. The camera work in this movie is also outstanding, especially toward the climax of the film, when the florist is ringing the doorbell; that's all I will say as to not give it away, but it throws you for a loop. Who can forget the eery "Goodbye Horses" tune with the infamous dance? The climax will have you on the edge of your seat, just waiting to jump. The film is puzzling, intense, suspenseful, anything you could ask for in a thriller. The film is mesmerizing and has yet to be beaten by any other film as my top choice.