Dont get me wrong I absolutely love this film it is one of my favourites of all time. However I have one issue with this scene. Why does he ask for the tapes to check the labels BEFORE he realises the killer has watched the films himself? I would love someone to answer so I can get rid of that issue that nags me.
The musical cue when Graham is finally seeing the bigger picture (pardon the pun) is wonderful. There is a feeling of revelation in that guitar note just after he says: "You've seen these films! Haven't you my man?" The sense of discovery and every clue falling into place is breathtaking! What a masterfully directed scene and a wonderful film altogether. Everyone was at the top of their game for this one! Modern thriller filmmakers could learn a lot from this great movie.
@mindstormsabrewin Crawford sitting back in his chair, then standing up and backing up slightly. He holds his arm to his chest to maintain the barrier. It adds even more to Graham's connection to the killer. Fucking love it.
It's a great scene. I wish they had kept the part where Will talks about having some sympathy for the killer, how he was molded into the man he was but should be 'blown out of his socks'. But still a great scene.
no sorry it's not, trevorh321 is right, it was in this scene, and for some reason they cut it. it is a shame. it's omission doesn't ruin the scene but it's a shame because this is william peterson's best scene in the film. he's so dangerous yet brilliant. anyway that's just my opinion.
@trevorh321 the scene has a few variations due to TV and Directors editions. the best few seconds are when Jack Crawford (Dennis Farina) takes a few steps back when he realises he is in a room alone when he notices his friend Will Graham (William Peterson) BECOMES the mind of a Killer. as a few have said, Farina does a great job to create the ATMOSPHERE of the scene....
Don't underestimate the work done by Dennis Farina in this scene. All around great job by Michael Mann. It seemed impossible to capture the excitement of the scene in the book and he, more or less, pulls it off.
My favorite movie scene of all time. Thanks for posting. Classic Mann and the best version of the movie by far.
mcallen83 1 year ago
Throw William Peterson, Dennis Farina, Sears Tower, and Rubini's track in a blender and have Micheal Mann serve it up!
One of the best scenes in cinema.....
badka2ma 1 year ago
"Its in his dreams"
"what his motive?"
nath909 1 year ago
my favorite scene from my alltime favorite thriller movie!!!!!
Ogobogo 1 year ago
"and you know you need a boltcutter, and every other god'damn thing!!
Tripswitch1000 1 year ago
Dont get me wrong I absolutely love this film it is one of my favourites of all time. However I have one issue with this scene. Why does he ask for the tapes to check the labels BEFORE he realises the killer has watched the films himself? I would love someone to answer so I can get rid of that issue that nags me.
NHarrisuk48 1 year ago
@NHarrisuk48 He already knows when he asks for the label check - he's just talking through the reasoning to himself and to Dennis Farina.
RobBuckley 1 year ago
In many respects, this is a better movie than Silence.
SuperWillHatch 2 years ago 7
Great scene.
jksonny 2 years ago
This is easily one of my favourite movie scenes of all times. Brilliant movie making.
pocobull 2 years ago 3
You've seen these films havent you my man. Best line in the film! Luv it.
bwfcno14 2 years ago 3
The musical cue when Graham is finally seeing the bigger picture (pardon the pun) is wonderful. There is a feeling of revelation in that guitar note just after he says: "You've seen these films! Haven't you my man?" The sense of discovery and every clue falling into place is breathtaking! What a masterfully directed scene and a wonderful film altogether. Everyone was at the top of their game for this one! Modern thriller filmmakers could learn a lot from this great movie.
mindstormsabrewin 2 years ago 10
Couldn't agree more. Beautifully crafted scene, both in terms of the narrative coming together and the visuals. Awesome.
roytheboy68 2 years ago
@mindstormsabrewin I agree Its a great scene when he realizes that the answer has been in front of him the whole time
crushf5 1 year ago
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@mindstormsabrewin I agree its a great moment when he realizes that the answer has been in front of him the whole time
crushf5 1 year ago
@mindstormsabrewin Crawford sitting back in his chair, then standing up and backing up slightly. He holds his arm to his chest to maintain the barrier. It adds even more to Graham's connection to the killer. Fucking love it.
mcallen83 1 year ago
Manhunter is a masterclass of it's time. The photography is sublime. An incredible film with a superb soundtrack. This is one of my favourite scenes.
visage808 2 years ago 7
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wow, they talk too fucking much
arrancatanga1 2 years ago
It's a great scene. I wish they had kept the part where Will talks about having some sympathy for the killer, how he was molded into the man he was but should be 'blown out of his socks'. But still a great scene.
trevorh321 3 years ago 7
I think that's in an earlier scene, but I might be wrong
ByeByeHarry27 3 years ago
no sorry it's not, trevorh321 is right, it was in this scene, and for some reason they cut it. it is a shame. it's omission doesn't ruin the scene but it's a shame because this is william peterson's best scene in the film. he's so dangerous yet brilliant. anyway that's just my opinion.
RaymondMcCarron1 3 years ago 5
@trevorh321 the scene has a few variations due to TV and Directors editions. the best few seconds are when Jack Crawford (Dennis Farina) takes a few steps back when he realises he is in a room alone when he notices his friend Will Graham (William Peterson) BECOMES the mind of a Killer. as a few have said, Farina does a great job to create the ATMOSPHERE of the scene....
MRDONMAT 9 months ago
Don't underestimate the work done by Dennis Farina in this scene. All around great job by Michael Mann. It seemed impossible to capture the excitement of the scene in the book and he, more or less, pulls it off.
gefan3 3 years ago 14
The greatest Lektor movie. Peterson is perfect for the part.
JPDarling 3 years ago 13
Very well made movie, i really like the music that plays while Will is starting to figure it out.
woollybully100 3 years ago 4