Hannibal Rising (2007) movie poster

Hannibal Rising (2007)

"It started with revenge."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 87%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 26% (RT: 16%, MC: 35) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
CrimeThrillerHorror

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Runtime
2h 1m
Country
Czech Republic, France, Italy
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.3/10 (2,368 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
16%
Metacritic
35
Cast
Gaspard Ulliel as Hannibal Lecter
Aaran Thomas as Hannibal Lecter (young)
Gong Li as Lady Murasaki
Dominic West as Inspector Popil
Rhys Ifans as Vladis Grutas
Richard Brake as Enrikas Dortlich
Kevin McKidd as Petras Kolnas
Stephen Walters as Zigmas Milko
Yes. 87% of real audiences liked it based on 2,368 votes. Critics scored it lower at 26%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
The story of the early, murderous roots of the cannibalistic killer, Hannibal Lecter โ€“ from his hard-scrabble Lithuanian childhood, where he witnesses the repulsive lengths to which hungry soldiers will go to satiate themselves, through his sojourn in France, where as a medical student he hones his appetite for the kill. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated crime films of 2007 among dedicated fans.
  • During production of Hannibal Rising, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
Audience Consensus

Hannibal Rising is a 2007 crime, thriller, horror film directed by Peter Webber. The story of the early, murderous roots of the cannibalistic killer, Hannibal Lecter โ€“ from his hard-scrabble Lithuanian childhood, where he witnesses the repulsive lengths to which hungry soldiers will go to satiate themselves, through his sojourn in France, where as a medical student he hones his appetite for the kill. The film has been rated by 2,368 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a crime film, Hannibal Rising delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Hannibal Rising (2007) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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