Hannibal isn't better than Silence of the Lambs it's just different. It is more entertaining and much more graphic and gruesome. One thing that is an improvement is the acting. Anthony Hopkins puts in the best performance of his career outdoing his Silence of the Lambs performance. Julianne Moore makes Clarice Starling her own character. Moore in my opinion completely in all forms of the word outdoes Jodie Foster's work in the previous movie. Ray Liotta in my opinion is completely wasted playing a totally stereotypical role of the superior officer who has it in for Clarice. A completely unrecognisable Gary Oldman(Who unlike a few people said is credited in the end credits) is brilliant as usual in his role as Mason Verger. But the person solely responsible for Hannibal being as good as it was is director Ridley Scott. His great direction makes every scene seem beautiful. I won't lie this movie is extremely gruesome, sick and graphic at times. In one scene in specific people were leaving the theatre in disgust. During that scene I heard people in the audience saying things like 'Oh My God','Holy Christ' and 'This is sick'. Hannibal isn't for everyone but if you have a strong stomach I suggest you see it. 8/10
