The Silence of the Lambs - Dissecting a Scene

[@LessonsfromtheScreenplay]

What movies would you like to see us cover in a future video?! Also, keep an eye out for podcast episode on The Silence of the Lambs-you can check out the podcast here: bit.ly/beyondthescreenplay

[@brunoschaves_]

Lessons from the Screenplay A Separation Inside Llewyn Davis Her Mad Max: Fury Road Blade Runner 2049 Dunkirk Phantom Thread Vice The Favourite Ratatouille Atonement The Assassination of James by coward Robert Ford Match Point Munich Brokeback Mountain A History of Violence Gosford Park Much more I don't remember right now

[@tidepride86]

Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri

[@elmojedburgh3481]

Me And Earl And The Dying Girl Or Perfect Blue

[@williambrown1448]

Baby Driver, not only an amazing film and screenplay, but also an very unique and masterful use of music, that is integrated into the screenplay. I also think that something Edgar Wright is a true master at is set up and payoffs in his films, examples of recurring lines etc. Also Shane Blacks the Nice Guys

[@amanms1999]

Enemy Blade runner 2049 Hereditary The favourite Inception Interstellar The departed Django unchained Prisoners Roma The matrix trilogy The Shawshank redemption Apocalypse now Pan's Labyrinth The shape of water Zodiac Fight club Sicario

[@drhenrywaltonjonesjr]

Jodie Foster and Anthony Hopkins are absolutely magnificent in this masterpiece. It’s so strange being threatened so deeply by Lecter when he’s behind bars, the scripting of his psychological manipulation was fantastic. Edit: Behind reinforced glass sorry- adding even more intimidation to the scene.

[@drhenrywaltonjonesjr]

NorthernLights Need to give it a rewatch- haven’t watched it in at least 5 years: the courtroom scene gives me chills every time

[@alanlee1355]

Truelly brilliant

[@alanlee1355]

Lecter was never threatened

[@drhenrywaltonjonesjr]

Alan Lee He’s always in control

[@alanlee1355]

@@drhenrywaltonjonesjr i know

[@LostCosmonauts]

...And now I'm reminded that Every Frame A Painting's still dead :( Fingers crossed that Michael and this channel sticks around a lot longer.

[@LessonsfromtheScreenplay]

I kind of consider this a spiritual companion piece to their “Who Wins the Scene” video

[@StuartLoria]

I hear you

[@KeyblademasterDovahkiin]

Do you mean the channel's dead, or did the guy actually die??

[@amanms1999]

@@KeyblademasterDovahkiin the channel is dead. Not the guy. It says that their channel is closed in their channel description

[@FunkyFerretJr]

what are you doing here Erick??? I was just watching the meepo guide XD

[@rayhoodoo847]

Hey Screenplay, Michael here

[@mashalkhan8261]

Please put vsauce music in your videos, after the line hey LFTS, michael here and then say some shit like tarantino writes stuff or does he and then cue vsauce music

[@rayhoodoo847]

@@mashalkhan8261 bruh that would be epic

[@TheUnintentionalWildCard]

YYYEESSS

[@pavanramanuj5269]

I love how even though Michael has nearly a million subscribers he still checks the comments to reply to so many people, just shows how much he cares for his audience and brings us quality content that highlights how much of an expert he is in his work.

[@LessonsfromtheScreenplay]

You're just fishing for me to reply to yours aren't you... :P Thank you!

[@pavanramanuj5269]

Lessons from the Screenplay you caught me😂 but you’re seriously one of my favourite youtubers, Keep it up Michael!

[@bophi_true]

outstanding move.

[@Theomite]

There's no substitute for quality.

[@Fleshcut]

The one thing no one has the balls to admit is how Hannibal is actually really charming at times. I'd love to have dinner with him... kinda.

[@LessonsfromtheScreenplay]

I think that's what makes him unsettling! He's charming, polite, and a vicious killer that eats people. Cognitive dissonance.

[@piotrnowak8725]

I think you can call him the ultimate predator. The ultimate predactor attracts the prey. It makes him more dangerous, scary, fascinating... and hated.

[@wherethehellispaula]

I agree! That shot when there's a close-up on him talking and then he winks and slightly turns his head right... stole my heart. So well done!

[@bm4114]

Lots of people, balls or not, have recognized he’s charming. That’s the point.

[@ZaddyGohan]

Funny you should say this. In an old interview, Hopkins said that he drew inspiration from an encounter he had with a “madman” where they had a meal together, and he couldn’t even tell that the guy was nuts. The interview is somewhere on KZbin, you should check it out!

[@bradbell4022]

That thing Hopkins does sucking air in through chattering teeth (at 20 seconds) stuck with me for years. One day I saw my cat do that, which came as a bit of shock. He was stalking a bird. He looked up at it and did a perfect Antony Hopkins impression. Lecter is a cat in a cage. Clarice is a starling. In a similar vein, I was researching how to sculpt an amputated arm and went to the medical library to get some idea of what it should look like. The books were full of images I'd seen in horror movies like Hellraiser. (Body bloated from being in water, for example) Our monsters are based on real things

[@BehindtheCurtain]

Wow that's fascinating! There must be some innate fear within us that recognizes the predatorial behavior even if we haven't been stalked by an animal like that before.

[@PrincessofErised]

There is only one moment in the film that still sends literal shivers down my otherwise unbothered spine with heart racing. That is Hannibal's finger stroking Clarice's when handing over the file. It was shocking. It was brilliant. That moment captured on film at once, the change from standard tension of potential danger for Clarice to an actual personal promise/threat. What that promise was, I didn't know. Was it a declaration of love or admiration? Was it the menacing stroking of the lamb before slaughter? Or was it another clue for her that he was about to enter the world of actual physical contact that he had been so closely secluded from? We find one of the answers in a later film, some in this one, but in that brief moment, we are given the key without knowing which door it would lead to. SPOILER: It was all three.

[@thesparks00]

OooooOOOOoH. I love this comment.

[@ShoaibRashdi]

I would be interested in seeing a video on 12 Angry Men or Schindler's list.

[@LessonsfromtheScreenplay]

Good suggestions!

[@logitechpanasonic3]

+1 for 12 angry men

[@johnsd3341]

+2

[@abstractdaddy1384]

I just saw 12 angry men a couple months ago for the first time. Really good movie. Especially considering it's age.

[@emilisamojloska2439]

@@LessonsfromtheScreenplay still waiting for that amazing video (12 Angry Men is my favorite movie of all time, it would be an amazing ve)

[@poweroffriendship2.0]

*Fun Fact:* Hannibal Lector and Clarice Starling never met each during the behind-the-scenes. After the scene is finished, they went back to their private rooms and never interacted each other.

[@LessonsfromtheScreenplay]

Really? Interesting...

[@serenityles4487]

I think I saw an interview with the actress who played Clarice, Jodie Foster, where she said that she was actually a little scared of Anthony Hopkins, and thus she spent as little time around him as she could, if I remember correctly.

[@princessthyemis]

Really?! Whoa.

[@bb2fiddler]

@@serenityles4487 I don't blame her one bit. Dude's one creepy mfer. Though I suppose that's what makes the casting choice so perfect - their characters are polar opposites, it really makes for an interesting dynamic

[@Anino_Makata]

Greg Elchert Yikes. Receiving a call from your scary coworker, whom you've hardly been around, and he talks about eating his old friend. If that won't make you nervous of switching out your lights at night, I have no idea on what will.

[@reptongeek]

My favourite part in The Silence of the Lambs is when Barney says to Clarice before the first interaction; "He's past the others in the last cell. I put a chair out for you." Gives me the chills every time

[@jasonblalock4429]

Awesome to see a video talking about Silence which DOESN'T focus on the first meeting between Clarice & Lecter. That scene has been so over-analyzed. It's great, but it's over-analyzed. Kudos for realizing that every scene between them is worth close examination.

[@aneonfoxtribute]

I must say, I love how you add the original script for these scenes. It's really cool to see what things the actors adlibbed. Like when Lecter says "Quid pro quo, yes or no". That's clever as hell and knowing it was an adlib is great

[@ishmaeldaro]

I just recently watched Silence of the Lambs for the first time and almost immediately searched the LFTS channel to see if it had been covered. So glad you did this video, Michael!

[@mubeenmoosa429]

Every frame a painting also made a video about the first interaction with Clarice and Dr. Lector

[@BrianRollinsVO]

That is (was) such a good channel. I wish it would come back.

[@SkyreeXScalabar]

@@BrianRollinsVO what happened to it? I miss Tony

[@spooksmagee]

@@SkyreeXScalabar Tony and his writing partner got hired by Criterion to produce video essays. Not enough time for KZbin anymore.

[@emigrant1510]

I always enjoy LFTS with some liver, some fava beans and a nice chianti.

[@LessonsfromtheScreenplay]

**creepymouthsoundthing**

[@joaomarcoscosta4647]

@@LessonsfromtheScreenplay Not only the creepymouthsoundthing was improvised, Antony Hoppings never intended for it to be included in the movie. He did it as a joke, and when the director decided to use it Hoppings was worried that it was overacting. And now it is one of the most iconic moments in the movie. Curious, isn't it?

[@Anino_Makata]

João Marcos Costa Some of the most important moments in history were largely created through curious means. Take for instance, the World Wide Web. It initially started out as a wireless communications program, faster than standard monogram and more secure than physical files, intended for use by the US government to send information to individual security departments throughout the country, as well as to allies overseas. MIT conducted an initial experiment, and deemed it mostly a success. However, there was one major issue. If this lightning fast system were to be hijacked, and information saw the light of day, the public would show great concern over seeing their own government's supposedly 100% foolproof way of moving data being hacked by an unknown party. So, they went for a simple, but at the time effective solution: hide in publicity. So they allowed the masses to gain access to this new form of communication, in order to make sure that what's important will not be found without difficulty. And whoever may take it can be located somewhat easily. And if it weren't for a government's paranoia over a national security breach, this video that celebrates one of the most brilliant films in recent years wouldn't have existed. And you, such as I, would not be here. Having this very conversation. Curious, isn't it?

[@reviewsandrevisits2745]

I was about 11 when I first saw this film. I'd never heard of fava beans (which I thought he said father) and had no ideal what Chianti was. Now the rest of my life when either of those two items come up, the Lector scene and this quote is what immediately comes to mind. Every. Single. Time.

[@vincentknight27]

“dissecting” haha i see what you did there

[@LessonsfromtheScreenplay]

;)

[@janepotter4636]

I did not understand please someone explain

[@cherusiderea1330]

@@janepotter4636 Answer might come a bit late, but it's a pun as Hannibal's a cannibal. He dissects the human body.

[@warlockofwordsreturnsrb4358]

Thomas Harris has a new novel out at last this year. I'm fascinated by the film as a whole: the creepy asylum, Clarice's haunting memories, Buffalo Bill's disturbed existence, Lector's mesmerizing persona, the workings of the FBI, the feud with smarmy Dr. Chilton.

[@warlockofwordsreturnsrb4358]

incredible how Lecter comes across as the more likeable character between him and Chilton.

[@cassidyhastoy925]

Silence of the lambs is one of my favorite movies and I’m so happy your looking at it

[@LessonsfromtheScreenplay]

It's a very good movie, really tense and thrilling.

[@cassidyhastoy925]

Lessons from the Screenplay I totally agree

[@PabloVostok]

@@cassidyhastoy925 it's the last movie to ever win the 5 biggest categories at the oscars - best picture, best director, best actor, best actress and best script. and it was a "horror" movie, one of the most stigmatized and looked down on movie genres at the time. its achievements seem to be larger having that in mind.

[@cassidyhastoy925]

Pablo Vostok I can’t believe that ever happened at the oscars. Now it would never happened with the oscars not letting any movies that actually deserve winning, win

[@Jeckxdeel]

@@LessonsfromtheScreenplay Many other thrillers/crime movies, even older, are way far better in my opinion!

[@ShatteredGlass916]

Clarice: *existed* Hannibal: *aggressive ksksksksks*

[@goldenapplesaga5446]

😂😂😂😂

[@lotrgirl275]

I just recently found out that the famous "Chianti" line is not actually Chianti in the book (since that wine would not work well with the fava beans) A man with a palate like Lector's would know that. The director, however, had to dumb down the specific sort of wine for the audience.

[@smtucker0419]

Interesting. I would think a Merlot would be ,ore appropriate.

[@bb2fiddler]

Blasted elves always have to one-up the wee humans

[@amanms1999]

Please make a video about blade runner 2049 or hereditary

[@LessonsfromtheScreenplay]

Good suggestions!

[@TedsCoasterChannel]

Hell yeah! The two best movies from the last two years! That would be awesome!

[@itsalexpierce]

Blade runner!

[@TheRitva26]

The vvitch!

[@stoppls1709]

@@TheRitva26 ohhhhhhhhh

[@andrewsissons808]

Christopher Nolan tends to use a technique where he'll cut back and forth frequently between two or three different scenes, all of which slowly escalating in action, to build up tension. Maybe it would be interesting to analyze how this technique is first written on the screenplay?

[@skinnersweet1263]

I just love this “Quick Pro Quo” sequence. It’s like the gun fight about taken place on the town boulevard. Those two stand firm, squaring off. Especially scene where Claris leaning toward glass that dividing those fighters, then the image, a face of terror emerges on the glass is just mesmerizing to watch !!! Appreciate awesome episode. Keep up good work.

[@aabishpoudel]

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[@alanlee1355]

Killing people is nicei personally i care.lots

[@shellyscreation3339]

All the scenes between Clarice-Hannibal were so amazingly fraught with tension- one could feel that they could cut it with a knife! It makes you curl up in defence or sit at the edge of your seat as if you're gonna jump any moment to warn Clarice to back off. And Hopkins' pale blue eyes did the rest. Thank you for yet another amazing video! If I might ask, can you do one on the Loki-Natasha Romanoff scene in "The Avengers". Idk why, but this scene reminds me of that one and vice-versa. Not to mention, Hopkins plays Loki's adoptive father (so like father, like son? lol).

[@bluespark5904]

Bloody brilliant. It is rare to find a KZbin channel that stimulates the brain cells. Cheers!

[@BehindtheCurtain]

I agree. Love LFTS.

[@TellItAnimated]

Great dissection, Silence May be my favourite film. Not sure what that says about me, but eh what can ya do?

[@elswhere]

so happy to be here before you hit 1 mill subscribers!!

[@lutalica1686]

The day Every frame a painting died, A star was born. Now we know that star as Lessons from Screenplay. :D

[@clingclanglarry3327]

I've been following this channel since 2018 and it has never let me down!! I absolutely love your content. Original and unique, this is the only content I care about. I cant wait for the next video!! Thank you so much Michael and congratulations on reaching 1 million!

[@LessonsfromtheScreenplay]

[@BornAScout]

To date, Hopkins holds the record for least amount of time on screen in a film to still win the Oscar for Best Actor. He only plays 16 minutes as Lecter but damn he makes the most of every single frame of those minutes. It's a stunning performance no matter how many times I've seen it.

[@williamwalsh1533]

9:07 the music that starts here is so awesome. I have read Red Dragon, Silence of the Lambs and Hannibal. I love them. I cannot get through Hannibal Rising.

[@khailart8858]

You know you did well when my Advanced Comp teacher played this in our class to teach us in our Dramatic Writing unit.

[@redflashbg7433]

I know this is a little vague, but I would really love to see a video on Harry Potter and/or The lord of the rings that maybe goes more in deth in what conscious decisions should be made in order to adapt a book into a screenplay. Or, you know, a thousand other themes from those movies.

[@LessonsfromtheScreenplay]

That would be a challenge but a fun one!

[@morganwilcock]

I think what makes those scenes so good is the actual dialog, which is just stunning but these are interesting takes

[@alemarquispiano]

Wow. I've found this channel through your Creator Story on Patreon. Hats off my friend! This is how professional and well executed a KZbin channel should be. You are truly an inspiration for the rest of us youtubers. Regards from a Venezuelan youtuber in Mexico.

[@ChrisManley1994]

“I don’t imagine the answer is on those second rate shoes Clarice.” Hannibal is savage! 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@johnpauldagondong2720]

Now I've come to a realization: Screenwriting, creative writing, or let's just say... story-telling is so DIFFICULT. I left the field of Biology because I am so done with math, Chemistry, Physics, and other stuff with formulas. God, I didn't know storytelling is almost the same.

[@damgedroses]

The books are amazing and this movie in particular was a joy and I happily use it as an example of a good adaptation of a novel, it doesn't follow the same and exact story line of the book yet the feelings that the characters create while reading and the tension and interest in the main three figures stays in the movie thanks to good writing and good acting. Btw. You could talk about the movies based upon novels, I find it fascinating for it is not as easy as it seems.

[@Mucch1424]

You couldn't have made this video at a more perfect time! For starters, I'm taking a screenwriting course right now, and my professor just used one of the Clarice/Lecter scenes as an example in class the other day. Second, I just recently saw Silence of the Lambs for the first time, so I've been eager to see what other people have to say about it! As always, I loved your take on the film.

[@kimiesta]

This video hurts me. I really miss Every frame a painting. This seems like an equivalent to who wins this scene

[@imfamoushero]

Before I even watch the video, let me say that Shonda Rhimes was in a 3 minute ad before the video and of course i watched the whole thing. She’s like my idol

[@naziakhan5238]

In the first interaction when Dr.Lecter said closer as an audience i feel like he will attack or scared her but he suddenly lowered his gaze and damn that some brilliant stuff.

[@luzvinosorio400]

Those feelings you arise when you watch this movie....is incredible. And now dissecting a single scene is reliving again those emotions.

[@magdalenaatzwanger5731]

I just watched it yesterday. Gotta love good timing and good movies

[@LessonsfromtheScreenplay]

I love good timing and good movies!

[@ankushalgudkar4717]

Hey Michael, I know Wisecrack explored Mr Robot quite extensively but I'd love your analysis on the sound design and the importance of cinematography of Mr Robot and how it's possible to create something new from known movies and references all over. Thanks and love the videos as always. P.S. Been here since your Gone Girl video and so happy to see the way the channel has grown with the Podcast and also more videos coming up. Super proud of you! :) Just keep going in the same direction.

[@DirtyBoySingToGod]

Michael, you are so fantastic. Silence of the Lambs is one of my very most favourite movies and I love discovering such interesting things about it, from creators such as yourself. You're easily one of my favourite channels on KZbin. I feel so lucky to have access to your (and other's) brilliant dissections of such powerful films. I hope you're fully recovered !

[@LessonsfromtheScreenplay]

Thank you! I'm mostly better now :)

[@stopsomewhere9104]

It’s so interesting to also see the level of interpretation the actors took with their lines. What was cut and what remains.

[@PatBatemanAtDorsia]

"Good scenes make good movies" mind blown.

[@solalchomand5910]

Brilliant once again. You’re one of my favorite youtubers out there, keep up the amazing work ! How about a video about Miller’s Crossing ? I thought the screenplay was just brilliant in this movie

[@LessonsfromtheScreenplay]

Thank you! I've actually never seen that one...

[@solalchomand5910]

Lessons from the Screenplay oh you absolutely should ! One of my favorite from the Coen brothers, I hope you enjoy it

[@hamdi002]

I'm so glad you've done a video on this bloody masterpiece of a film!

[@LessonsfromtheScreenplay]

:)

[@giane2727]

i love how you put "dissecting" in it, really fits the whole review on this movie

[@samuelraji8343]

Awesome movie, dialogue, and acting.

[@Fregmazors]

Very insightful. Lots of information and I hadn't seen it presented this way before!

[@victorcoyenn]

I have a weird feeling that I've already watched this essay. That, or... there is way too many essays out there for The Silence of the Lambs 😂

[@redlightmax]

@Victor Coyenn Who wins the comment?🥁 kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4eQnGCmadytrsk

[@DavidKirkwood]

Victor Coyenn the every frame a painting?

[@victorcoyenn]

@@lukehope4484 Same. 1. Whiplash. 2. The Prestige. 3. The Silence of the Lambs.

[@victorcoyenn]

@@lukehope4484 Check it out, a great intense piece of art, 2014. Around top 40 at iMDB top 250 list.

[@aaroncompton9283]

This is one of my favourite films and lessons from the screenplay is one of my favourite KZbin channels. Great resource for writers even if, like me, you're writing novels, not movies. Thanks, Micheal

[@august3777]

I've been watching your channel for a few weeks now, and I'm very impressed by the amount of knowledge you have with respect with the amount of information you get from books to explain concepts that you talk about in the videos. I was wondering if you could do a separate video on all the books you use to analysis screenplays?

[@etangbose4755]

I just got the novel yesterday! Can’t wait to read it

[@shortad1111]

You will love it!!

[@nMsFreeStyleZ]

Keep rewatching your videos and mate, you are such a strong & unique creator, wish you all the best my friend

[@LessonsfromtheScreenplay]

Thanks Stefan!

[@pugster8643]

This channel helped me rediscover my passion and help guide me to how I appreciate movies. Thank you for helping me find my calling. Keep up the fantastic work.

[@roseinthestorm18]

I hope you feel better soon! I love your videos and can tell you put a ton of work and thought into them!

[@LessonsfromtheScreenplay]

Thank you!

[@brunoschaves_]

Lessons from the screenplay: this is one of your best videos here! helps me a lot today in a writing I am doing. Thanks, Michael.

[@LessonsfromtheScreenplay]

Thank you! Best of luck on your writing!

[@oliverholmes-gunning5372]

9:22 No no no. You were doing fine. You had me interested and made some interesting points about script writing, and now this ham-handed segue into your product placement. Tut-tut-tut it won't do...

[@thesparks00]

Superior comment.

[@Munden]

pre-congrats on your million subs! Glad I could be a part of it, it's well deserved!

[@LessonsfromtheScreenplay]

Thank you!

[@lordodysseus]

This was a great video. I don't watch all your content, usually only when I'm binging or I need help writing. Tonight it's binging and I think I'm done for the night. Thanks for all the work you do.

[@kalamar2]

you're so brilliant, really learn a lot with your videos, thanks so much

[@popularculture2890]

can we agree that the dude who played young hannibal nailed it. maneurisms, speech, facials, the way he looks when hes thinking. dude nailed it

[@funkymilo2956]

You have done it again Michael, great job. P.S. Could you please make a video on how movies with multi-narratives work. Movies like Pulp Fiction, Babel and Traffic.

[@LessonsfromtheScreenplay]

Thank you! And that would be a really interesting topic!

[@susanmurphy958]

That was fantastic Michael. Keep up the good work.

[@LessonsfromtheScreenplay]

Thanks Susan!

[@paperipixels8541]

In case you do not know it, there is a screenwriting book called “The story grid” based on a thorough analysis of “The silence of the lambs”. Great video as always.

[@JesseCuster]

I love your videos. Make me realize how little I know about storytelling. .. but I am learning.

[@emilyritson3168]

I'm literally doing my Research Project on this film, thanks for another awesome reference to add to my folio!

[@mikahong]

I'm always excited to see something from you. I'm graduating film school soon and I'm currently working on my first professional screenplay. Thank you for all your help. I look forward to your next video.

[@LessonsfromtheScreenplay]

That's awesome! Congratulations!

[@salemsaberhagen1570]

Oh man you have no idea how happy I am that you made this!

[@LessonsfromtheScreenplay]

:D

[@codyredd2642]

My concern here, as a writer, myself is; When does Lecter withdrawing Clarice's backstory from her through dialogue, become a scene of excessive exposition? What differentiates that scene from others that accomplish the same thing but are considered or thought of more negatively as just "exposition dumps"?

[@baritony8763]

Excellent analysis of a great movie.Keep 'em coming!

[@LessonsfromtheScreenplay]

Thanks!

[@MrFreeman042]

If I ever make it as a screenwriter it will be because of you.

[@BehindtheCurtain]

His videos are fantastic. When I was in film school, we watched a handful of them in class. It was better than a lecture from my professor, but also a tad frustrating because this is free on youtube. Oh well!

[@SongvilayFilms]

You make great stuff man, please keep making more!

[@joshquiambao1352]

This is like one of my favorite movies of all time and made me low key want to be a screenwriter. Thanks LFTS major props to u my man.

[@LessonsfromtheScreenplay]

Thank you! It's a good one to study for sure.

[@MrMineHeads.]

Omg I loved the SotL! You making a video on it's brilliant scenes is just terrific! Great video!

[@Sergio_TGV]

Thanks again Michael! I always know that one of your uploads will be an exciting dissection of movies and characters, and I was not dissappointed!

[@LessonsfromtheScreenplay]

Excellent :)

[@mariomazzarella3879]

Great job again 👍🏼 This film shows how a great screenplay brilliantly delivered by the actors can overshadow the main plot of the film, even when it’s captivating in itself!

[@JustinDemetrician]

Amazing work as usual. Loved it!

[@AndreasBouboukas]

Watching all your videos! You inspire me to study in depth cinema, and that is so fascinating!! Thanks a lot, keep up the great job😊 *another great analysis for a great movie

[@shaynamazae]

Michael thank you for this wonderful video essay. Silence of the lambs has been one of my favorite movies and I do have to say that most of the movies today cannot compare to the films made then. I hope you continue to feature amazing films, both mainstream and underrated ones. I do love your passion; much like the same way I have for films. Keep it up!

[@LessonsfromtheScreenplay]

Thank you!

[@Tzourosaur]

Excellent work once more!

[@LessonsfromtheScreenplay]

Thanks Giorgos!

[@Carina5707]

Jodie Foster in this film reminds me of Hayley Joel Osment in the Sixth Sense. Love love these videos, man. I’m an author and these tips really have helped me drive narrative and keep all subplots in check and making sure they serve the main one. Thank you! Cheers

[@LessonsfromtheScreenplay]

That's so great to hear! Thanks!

[@Azlon07]

Just yesterday I rewatched this film because of every frame a painting and now you drop this video.

[@LessonsfromtheScreenplay]

Perfect timing!

[@sid8gerrard]

Love your channel Micheal! I hope you keep doing this.

[@LessonsfromtheScreenplay]

Thank you!

[@jonathankraal1741]

I have yet again learned so much! Thanks for the great videos!

[@BehindtheCurtain]

Such a fantastic film! Have you ever heard of Dan Harmon's Story Circle? It's helpful structure that''s much more fluid than any 3-Act structure I've come across.

[@katherinalastname7077]

I would’ve loved to hear more of your character study and overall analysis of Silence of the Lambs but I’m glad you did a video on such a fantastic movie.

[@brianbitner]

We'll get into it more on the Silence of the Lambs episode of the podcast. Subscribe so you don't miss it, and thanks for watching! anchor.fm/beyondthescreenplay/

[@coolbeans5911]

I LOVE THIS CHANNEL SO MUCH

[@ShyamKumar-qj3yj]

One of the best psychological thriller and how organically it grows towards climax,,,and theme they explored is thought provoking,,, actors performance is cherry on cake

[@BehindtheCurtain]

Agreed. I need to watch this again. It's been too long.

[@N3RDReal]

I watched this for the first time yesterday and I checked your channel thinking you had already made a video for it, what a coincidence.

[@LessonsfromtheScreenplay]

Wow, what a coincidence indeed. Works out!

[@manjunathsomeshwaravenkata3906]

Great knowledge ! Hats off to your hard work . Thanks

[@SuperHappyface13]

I have been begging for this since your first video!! AHHHHH

[@ranaventuras905]

Oh man, how much I love your analisis, and this was no exception

[@BrutalSnuggles]

Michael I love your videos so much! Just recently rewatched this with my gf and it had been like 15 years since she'd seen it so I got to enjoy her shocks! Thanks for going over this awesome movie!!

[@LessonsfromtheScreenplay]

Nice! That sounds like fun :)