Oscar Sweep Surprise Won top five Oscars, a rare cinematic achievement.
Real-Life Killer Inspiration Buffalo Bill was based on multiple true serial killers.
Hopkins’ Short Screen Time Hannibal appears only 16 minutes, yet won Oscar.
Creepy Improvisation Moment Hannibal’s hissing noise was Anthony Hopkins’ idea.
FBI Training Tool Used by FBI to recruit female agents.
Iconic Line Was Improvised "Good evening, Clarice" wasn’t in the script.
Moth Symbolism Deep Meaning Death’s-head moth symbolizes transformation and death.