Freedom Writers vs The Silence of the Lambs
The Silence of the Lambs has the higher audience score (8.3/10 against 7.9/10 for Freedom Writers). The Silence of the Lambs is the shorter watch at 1h 59m compared with 2h 3m. The Silence of the Lambs is the older of the two (1991 against 2007). Both are crime, drama movies, so they suit a similar mood. Both feature Scott Glenn.
Freedom Writers
The Silence of the Lambs| Freedom Writers | The Silence of the Lambs | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 7.9/10 | ★ 8.3/10 |
| Year | 2007 | 1991 |
| Length | 2h 3m | 1h 59m |
| Genres | Crime, Drama | Crime, Drama, Thriller |
| Country | – | – |
| Director | Richard LaGravenese | Jonathan Demme |
| Main cast | Imelda Staunton, Patrick Dempsey, Hunter Parrish, Hilary Swank, Scott Glenn | Anthony Hopkins, Jodie Foster, Brooke Smith, Tracey Walter, Anthony Heald |
Synopsis
Freedom Writers
A young teacher inspires her class of at-risk students to learn tolerance, apply themselves, and pursue education beyond high school.
The Silence of the Lambs
Clarice Starling is a top student at the FBI's training academy. Jack Crawford wants Clarice to interview Dr. Hannibal Lecter, a brilliant psychiatrist who is also a violent psychopath, serving life behind bars for various acts of murder and cannibalism. Crawford believes that Lecter may have insight into a case and that Starling, as an attractive young woman, may be just the bait to draw him out.
Where to watch
Where to watch Freedom WritersWhere to watch The Silence of the Lambs
More like Freedom Writers · More like The Silence of the Lambs · Compare other titles