"Hannibal" is a 2001 psychological horror-thriller film directed by Ridley Scott. It is the sequel to "The Silence of the Lambs" (1991) and is based on Thomas Harris's 1999 novel of the same name. The film features Anthony Hopkins reprising his role as Dr. Hannibal Lecter, and Julianne Moore takes on the role of FBI agent Clarice Starling, replacing Jodie Foster from the previous film.
The story is set ten years after the events of "The Silence of the Lambs." Hannibal Lecter is living in Florence, Italy, under an alias, while Clarice Starling continues her career as an FBI agent. The narrative explores the complex relationship between Lecter and Starling as they become entangled in a new series of murders.
"Hannibal" received mixed reviews from critics, with praise for Anthony Hopkins's performance but criticism for the deviation from the source material and the absence of Jodie Foster. Despite the mixed critical response, the film performed well at the box office, capitalizing on the enduring popularity of the Hannibal Lecter character.