HANNIBAL
MGM/Universal – Rated: “R” – 2 hrs. 23 min. Reviewed by HIGHDEF Hannibal, in a word, was FANTASTIC! The only way to describe the experience of seeing Hannibal, opening night, was as follows: exhilaration, terrifying, funny, passionate and lastly, disgusting. Beyond a shadow of a doubt, Hannibal has earned top ranks among my all-time best films for 2001! Director Ridley Scott has created an environment, richly textured, warm and inviting, yet horrifying - all at the same time. He is an unmistaken craftsmen who has taken Thomas Harris' novel to a level of excellence, I for one, had never imagined. Anthony Hopkins and Julianne Moore were outstanding. Controversy originally soared when actress Jodie Foster declined to play F.B.I. agent Clarice Starling in Hannibal. Let me say, upfront, Julianne Moore fills Foster’s shoes exquisitely and manages to achieve a fresh, newly sculpted incarnation of Starling’s character. The chemistry between Hopkins and Moore are riveting, adversarial, and maybe even primal. Wow, they really work well together. I will not reveal anything about the plot, as all of its intricate twists and turns should be embraced like an engaging roller-coaster ride. Those of you who read the Hannibal novel will be happy to learn that David Mamet’s screenplay is quite faithful to the Thomas Harris’ work, yet there are a few plot altercations as well. (Don’t worry, as I do not intend to reveal the differences - I only wish to communicate that, Mamet’s changes are a welcomed breath of fresh air.) I recommend seeing this film as soon as possible, as there will be plenty of people spoiling it for future viewers, especially the ending, AND WHAT AN INCREDIBLE ENDING! I cannot praise this film enough! However, at all costs, avoid the reviews - both print and television - they are ALL exemplary in their critical appraisal. This is a film not to be missed! |
Okay.I already saw it like two years ago, but thanks for the review anyway.:)
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Does this mean we will be getting the review for Red Dragon by October 2005? :lol:
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The review was from April 3, 2001.
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who the hell was grave digging?
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Originally posted by Jackskeleton who the hell was grave digging? |
Thanks, Amadeus.
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Originally posted by highdef Thanks, Amadeus. |
I thought it was coming out next year and starring Vin Diesel?
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Lol.
Wait, al bundy, is that a joke :) Don't worry, I know it isn't. |
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