A riveting, chilling masterpiece, “The Silence Of The Lambs” is perfect nerve-jangler for this time of year. And while fans of Jonathan Demme‘s classic won’t see it on the big screen in time for Halloween, they can keep the holiday’s spirit alive when it returns to the big screen just a few days later in the U.K., in a crisp new 4K restoration.
We all know the story, which follows rookie FBI agent Clarice Starling who is plunged into serial killer case that sees her cross paths the calculatingly maniacal Dr. Hannibal Lecter. While the performances deservedly earned massive acclaim, let’s not forget the terrific, understated craft of Demme’s film, something that none of the sequels ever matched. Here’s the official synopsis:
FBI agent Clarice Starling, a specialist in serial killers, is fresh out of training and on the hunt for psychopathic murderer Buffalo Bill before his female body count rises. She adopts a high-risk strategy in visiting the imprisoned, dangerous and highly intelligent psychiatrist Dr Hannibal Lecter for his insight, but Lecter wants something in return from her that goes far beyond the acceptable. In Lecter and Starling author Thomas Harris created an unforgettable duo, and Hopkins and Foster perfectly capture this disturbing relationship on screen. Showered with awards upon its release, this is one of the great thrillers of the last 30 years, and remains as vital and horrific today.
“The Silence Of Lambs” is served with fava beans in U.K. cinemas starting on November 3rd.
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