“Why do you think he removes their skins, Agent Starling? Enthrall me...” – Dr. Lecter, The Silence of the Lambs ... Movie Quotes Database

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A scene from The Silence of the Lambs 1991

Dr. Lecter

Why do you think he removes their skins, Agent Starling? Enthrall me with your acumen.

Clarice

It excites him. Most serial killers keep some sort of trophies from their victims.

Dr. Lecter

I didn't.

Clarice

No. No, you ate yours.

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Dr. Hannibal Lecter Anthony Hopkins More Dr. Lecter quotes →

Clarice Starling Jodie Foster More Clarice quotes →

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