Silence of The Lambs

In "Silence of the Lambs," a young and determined FBI trainee named Clarice Starling, played by Jodie Foster, is assigned to catch a terrifying serial killer known as Buffalo Bill.

Buffalo Bill has been abducting and murdering young women, and the FBI is running out of time to save the latest victim before she becomes his next victim. Dr. Lecter, a former psychiatrist turned cannibalistic killer, agrees to assist Clarice with her investigation, but he demands something in return: personal information about Clarice's troubled past. As Clarice delves into the twisted minds of both Dr. Lecter and Buffalo Bill, she must navigate a chilling game of cat and mouse while facing her own fears and vulnerabilities.

The critical acclaim and commercial success of "Silence of the Lambs" earned it five Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor, Best Actress, and Best Adapted Screenplay, making it one of the few horror films to receive such recognition. Its enduring legacy has solidified its place as one of the best cannibal movies and an influental work in the thriller genre.

Release: 1991

Stars: Jodie Foster, Anthony Hopkins, Lawrence A. Bonney

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 95%