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Red Dragon

Name: Red Dragon
Director: Brett Ratner
Genre: Crime, Thriller, Horror
Released: 2002-01-01
Duration: 124 min
Rating: 7.0
Cast: Edward Norton, Anthony Hopkins, Ralph Fiennes, Emily Watson, Harvey Keitel

2002Dir. Brett Ratner2h 4m

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Runtime2h 4m

Released2002

Budget$78M

Box office$209.2M

DirectorBrett Ratner

About This Movie

Red Dragon, directed by Brett Ratner, dives deep into the twisted psyche of serial killers. The film's atmosphere is thick with tension, and you can feel the weight of Graham's history with Lecter. Their interactions pulse with a strange kind of dread—Lecter's calm, chilling demeanor contrasts sharply with Graham's frantic desperation. The pacing keeps you on edge, building suspense effectively. Practical effects, though not overly flashy, deliver that visceral impact. Edward Norton embodies Graham's torment well, while Ralph Fiennes brings a haunting intensity to the role of the Tooth Fairy. It’s a blend of crime, horror, and psychological thriller that explores themes of obsession and the darkness within us. It’s distinct in how it weaves character depth with the chilling narrative.

Strong character interactionsNotable practical effectsExplores dark psychological themes