![]() ![]() This may either be mere coincidence, simply reflect Hannibal's cannibalistic taste, or could possibly be an attempt to confuse, mock or provoke students of psychiatry or the psychology of criminalistic behavior, such as Clarice. For obvious reasons, less is known about how a human liver differs in its constituents from that of an animal in regards to diet, potential poisoning and specific interactions. Liver that is usually eaten from animals can also be high in tyramine. On the other hand, apart from containing alcohol, a Chianti is likely to be rich in tyramine-especially the more so when aged, whereas fava beans also contain a considerable amount of tyramine. By mentioning that he did something like this to Starling, he's reminding her of what he is and, more so, of what he's capable of and how he regards selected people or people in general. The infamous line where Lecter tells Starling that he ate a census taker's liver with fava beans and a "nice Chianti" has a few meanings: On the one hand, it's a grotesque display of power. Miggs had done so to Clarice for no particular reason other than to show antagonism towards her, and this sets Lecter off because his intellectual capacity could not come to terms with such a primitive way of operating. This does not mean Lecter is a moral role model in any way, of course, he is still the very evil criminal he is - but his actions show a sense of refined control and very twisted reason, but reason nonetheless, compared to his neighboring prisoner's impulsive and inconsiderate ways, which he considered spiteful and cringe-worthy. Although this sort of conclusion may be biased towards his own perspective, we must note that Lecter is the only one who treats Clarice in any remotely human way on his prison block. Lecter viewed his own acts as just and fair: he viewed Miggs despicable actions as hedonistic and serving no particular purpose. Naturally, it would be impossible to anticipate what Lecter would have truly done had he been bodily freed around individuals he "respected" like Clarice and his orderly Barney, but this gives the suspension of disbelief about a false sense of morality, even though he has no conscience. He is vastly different to the rest of his fellow inmates, despite being just as dangerous as they are. This shows a very high-class set of behavioral standards on Lecter's behalf, and it additionally gives input into how high-functioning he is for an individual detained in a mental asylum. Many criminals take advantage of those who are nice and courteous, seeing these virtues as weakness, while Lecter viewed them as red flags that would be rude to eat as human meals. Therefore, however evil Lecter may be as a serial killer and a cannibal, it is common knowledge that he shows explicit manners towards all first-time strangers. ![]() He does not show hatred to her outright at all, especially when he is introduced to her. Lecter takes the time to actually get to know Clarice, analyzing her behaviors and limits, to determine how he should treat her in the future. This behavior is in stark contrast to the behavior of Miggs, who shows initial hostility against Clarice for no apparent reason, and simply treats her as an object to be humiliated and desecrated at will. Using this analysis, in the Silence of the Lambs, it is clear that Lecter perhaps only attacked those he did for a very good reason, no matter how twisted, that provided justification in his mind. It is implied several times throughout the movie that Lecter prioritizes on attacking those who he believes have wronged him or showed discontent with him, no matter how small these misdemeanors may have been. Behind the bars, at a distance of several feet, was a nylon net covering the entire front of the cell. In the novel, Lecter's cell is designed differently instead of a glass wall, the front consists of thick bars. With someone as brilliant as Lecter, he could likely fashion weapons out of most anything. They can create projectile weapons out of items found in their cells. Also, inmates can be extremely inventive. We see Clarice break that rule in her first meeting with Lecter when he calls her back after Miggs flings his semen at her she walks right up to the glass. It would be an experience that could haunt you and perhaps one that would linger for a long time in your head. It could also cause them to experience mild PTSD: imagine a man as scary and notorious as Lecter trying to attack you. Such an action from the doctor could serve his need to control people, even from behind the glass. Indeed, it would seem that the thick glass at the front of Lecter's cell would fully protect his visitors, however there's a more hidden meaning to the warning: Lecter can still strike at people from behind the glass, frightening them and causing them to recoil in shock. ![]()
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