The Silence of the Lambs

Clarice Starling is a top student at the FBI's training academy. Jack Crawford wants Clarice to interview Dr. Hannibal Lecter, a brilliant psychiatrist who is also a violent psychopath, serving life behind bars for various acts of murder and cannibalism. Crawford believes that Lecter may have insight into a case and that Starling, as an attractive young woman, may be just the bait to draw him out.

Tagline

“To enter the mind of a killer she must challenge the mind of a madman.”

Release Status

Released

Genres

Crime, Thriller, Drama

Director

Jonathan Demme

Original Language

EN

What is The Silence of the Lambs about?

Clarice Starling is a top student at the FBI's training academy. Jack Crawford wants Clarice to interview Dr. Hannibal Lecter, a brilliant psychiatrist who is also a violent psychopath, serving life behind bars for various acts of murder and cannibalism. Crawford believes that Lecter may have insight into a case and that Starling, as an attractive young woman, may be just the bait to draw him out.

Who directed The Silence of the Lambs?

The Silence of the Lambs was directed by Jonathan Demme.

When was The Silence of the Lambs released?

The Silence of the Lambs was released on February 14, 1991.

How long is The Silence of the Lambs?

The Silence of the Lambs has a runtime of 1h 59m.

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