The Silence of the Lambs vs Wasteman
The Silence of the Lambs has the higher audience score (8.3/10 against 7.5/10 for Wasteman). Wasteman is the shorter watch at 1h 30m compared with 1h 59m. The Silence of the Lambs is the older of the two (1991 against 2026). Both are crime, drama, thriller movies, so they suit a similar mood.
The Silence of the Lambs
Wasteman| The Silence of the Lambs | Wasteman | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 8.3/10 | ★ 7.5/10 |
| Year | 1991 | 2026 |
| Length | 1h 59m | 1h 30m |
| Genres | Crime, Drama, Thriller | Crime, Drama, Thriller |
| Country | – | – |
| Director | Jonathan Demme | Cal McMau |
| Main cast | Anthony Hopkins, Jodie Foster, Brooke Smith, Tracey Walter, Anthony Heald | Alex Hassell, Corin Silva, David Jonsson, Neil Linpow, Tom Blyth |
Synopsis
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.
Wasteman
Taylor's hopes for a fresh start post-parole are jeopardised by cellmate Dee's arrival. As Dee takes Taylor under his wing, a vicious attack tests their bond, forcing Taylor to choose between protecting Dee and his own chances at freedom.
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