Smartly Put Together

Rating: 8/10 (4 November 2015)

This film defines the genre thriller with one of the most smartly written scripts and characters portrayed by an wonderful cast. Anthony Hopkins just add to his already star stunned status as one of the brilliant and well respected actors of the cinematic business. Jodie Foster gives her best performance of her career, a role that put her on the map as an actress to watch out for. Scott Glenn, who just came off of doing Hunt for Red October gives his best film performance in his career as well. Ted Levine, says a very memorable line in the film. Everyone does an excellent job acting. But what also stands out is the story and smart dialog that keeps you guessing and wanting more. You feel like you are in the middle of this case with Foster's character and you sense the danger when the moment of truth prevails. It is a film about trust, intelligence, and fear within your soul. The character, Hannibal Lector is considered one of the greatest villains of all time he too says many memorable lines. Hopkins and Lector would go on to two more films: Hannibal, and Red Dragon. But Silence of the Lambs is a superior film one worth watching. Now to grade this. Characters: A Acting: A+ Music: B Dialog: A+ Story: A+ Effects: A- Overall: A