It’s been more than 33 years The Silence of the Lambs Famously released on Valentine’s Day, the film swept the “big five” Oscars and became part of the fabric of our culture. Hannibal Lecter’s mask and the lotion it rubs on his skin make an immediate impression, but the main narrative of the film is that of a young FBI agent determined to help another ruthless killer. The hunt for a brutal killer would have an impact on police dramas, horror stories and the obsession with true crime for decades to come.
It’s no surprise that a film so successful – especially in its goal of scaring audiences – remains so influential. some parts of The Silence of the Lambs Not too old; even at the time of its release, the LGBTQ community took issue with its depiction of Buffalo Bill, and if you watch this movie in 2024, you can easily figure out where the script could have been more sensitive Adjustment. You can also thank that entertainment is more advanced now than it was in 1991, and that horror projects have grown from The Silence of the Lambs Focus on its core dynamics rather than its problematic aspects. These include two of the most anticipated releases of the summer.
M. Night Shyamalan sums up his new film in interview with Empire trap Enter this elevator speech: “What if The Silence of the Lambs Did it happen at a Taylor Swift concert? The pop star’s concert setting is obvious from the movie’s trailer; we haven’t seen the movie (it’s out August 2) but The Silence of the Lambs A clear reference to the protagonist played by Josh Hartnett; he is a serial killer nicknamed “The Butcher” who is being vigorously hunted by law enforcement. Whether there are other connections is unknown – perhaps the over-informed person working the scene is spreading misleading information in an attempt to influence The Butcher’s next move, like Clarice Starling at the FBI boss’s request Same as Hannibal Lecter? Probably achieved. But we’re curious if there are any specific homages, or if Shyamalan is just shorthand for “This is a Serial Killer’s Story” by referencing one of its most famous examples.
It’s not too vague, since we’ve already seen the film (read our review here) and talked about it with the director long legs. Filmmaker Osgood Perkins tells io9 The Silence of the Lambs It’s a “hugely influential film” for him personally, dating back to when he first saw it in a theater as a teenager, and his latest film lamb. (We’ll publish the full interview with Perkins next week ahead of Longlegs’ July 12 release.) The similarities are both obvious and subtle. long legs It tells the story of a fledgling but brilliant FBI agent who is singled out by her boss to help catch an elusive murderer whose methods are as terrifying as they are mysterious. It also happened in the 1990s (intentionally lamb-chosen based on Perkins’ inspiration) and features certain stylistic choices and small but memorable plot points lamb Fans will definitely accept it. long legs In the end it’s its own movie but know it’s also related to lamb Make it a richer viewing experience.
The Silence of the Lambs Over the years, it has inspired a range of more directly relevant media, drawn from Thomas Harris’s popular book series, but also fueled by the enduring appeal of Jonathan Demme’s films. Hannibal Lecter is now a franchise with five movies (lambsame but different hunter and Red Dragon, hannibaland hannibal rising) and two TV shows (we all remember hannibal; There have also been brief Clarice series) explore his unique blend of elegance and brutality.
Some of these have their charms — and fans still hope hannibal Someday in Season 4, and hunter Featuring Michael Mann’s unique sense of cool and interesting positioning that was released way back in 1986 Quiet caused a stir (Fun fact: successionBrian Cox plays the spelling-changed Hannibal “Lecktor”). But what’s more worth thinking about is The Silence of the Lambs It not only found its way into sequels, prequels, and spin-offs, but also into the minds of creatives who are still spreading its message. Part of the message, of course, is that unimaginable evil can be seen everywhere—in a small town in West Virginia; at a Taylor Swift concert; under the ever-gray skies of Oregon. What could be more disturbing than that?
The Silence of the Lambs Now streaming on Prime Video. long legs Released July 12; trap Out on August 2nd.
