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Ridley Scott's Hannibal Free on YouTube
Ridley Scott's controversial Hannibal movie is now free on YouTube after 25 years.
In brief
Ridley Scott's controversial Hannibal movie is now free on YouTube after 25 years. Ridley Scott's 2001 Hannibal film, criticized for its ending, is now free on YouTube after 25 years. Originally reported by Polygon.
Hannibal movie free on YouTube
Ridley Scott's 2001 Hannibal film is now free to watch on YouTube after 25 years.
Hannibal's controversial ending
The film's ending changed Clarice Starling from a simpering wreck to a determined woman.
Jodie Foster declined role
Jodie Foster said she turned down the role because she was filming something else.
Clarice Starling's character
Julianne Moore played Clarice Starling who was once a patient of Hannibal Lecter.
Mason Verger's role
Gary Oldman portrayed Mason Verger, a depraved pedophile who was once a patient of Hannibal.
Hannibal's critical reception
Critics felt Scott stripped the film of tension by focusing on gore and violence.
Anthony Hopkins' performance
Anthony Hopkins' portrayal of Hannibal Lecter was described as intoxicating and free with luxury.
Hannibal's legacy
The film remains a controversial sequel to Silence of the Lambs after 25 years.
Why Hannibal matters now
Fans of the Hannibal series owe it to themselves to watch the film after 25 years.
What it means
Ridley Scott's 2001 Hannibal film, criticized for its ending, is now free on YouTube after 25 years.
