The film that sparked my love for cinema

Rating: 10/10 (31 December 2016)

The Silence of The Lambs, based on the popular novel by Thomas Harris, was an unexpected box office hit when first released, and has become somewhat of a 'cult' film over the years. The film has a gripping narrative throughout, with good and exceptional performances and a beautiful score.
The storyline follows an FBI agent in training (Jodie Foster), who has been sent to interview the renowned cannibalistic psychiatrist (Anthony Hopkins) in an insane asylum. I'm pretty sure almost everyone knows the basic plot, but what I found deeply gripping in this film is the way that both Jodie Foster and Anthony Hopkins give such believable, raw, emotional performances, which really drew me into the narrative. The soundtrack compliments the emotional level to the film.
Overall, a truly brilliant film. Definitely one to check of the 'to watch' list if you've never seen it, or one to rewatch!