Hannibal (with Anthony Hopkins): movie ending vs. book ending?

Question

Have you read the book AND seen the movie? If you have, then you know the endings of both are radically different from one another. I won't spoil it here, but if you've read/seen both, you know what I'm talking about. Which do you prefer?

I definitely prefer the book ending. It's a PERFECT way to end the series, and so unexpected! Romantic, in a TWISTED way.

Yes, all the books are VERY well done. Thomas Harris is one of my favorite authors. The only movie I feel even comes close to the book is "Silence of the Lambs."

Answer 1

I loved the book ending and I was really disappointed at the way the movie ended. The book was soooo good!!!!! Again, same as silence of the lambs, I preferred the book. Anyone want to know the book ending, e-mail me.

Answer 2

The book was WAY better then the movie. There were alot of differences throughout the whole thing. have you read Red Dragon and seen that movie as well?

Answer 3

I loved the book but hated the way they ended the movie. I saw no reason why they couldn't have ended it the same. But that's Hollywood for you.

Answer 4

I read the book first and waited with baited excitement for the movie. I got a glimps of lectar's mind and could actually rationalize why he did some of his things.
The movie was a dismal failure in my eyes. It showed nothing of Lectar's personality.

Answer 5

Liked the book ending a lot more, i think it is just the way it should have gone. Absolutely perfect!

Answer 6

i didn't even like hannibal.. red dragon and silence were 100 times better

Answer 7

Tell us the difference. They are both old. I can't remember either one, but read and saw it too,.