20 Ralph Fiennes movies to watch as the actor turns 62 before Christmas

11) Red Dragon (2002)

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Ralph Fiennes played Francis Dolarhyde, a deeply disturbed serial killer, in Red Dragon, the prequel to The Silence of the Lambs. His performance was unsettling, showing the character’s internal battle between his violent urges and his desire for connection. Fiennes made Dolarhyde feel human without downplaying his terrifying nature. The intensity he brought to the role made the character both horrifying and tragic. His scenes were charged with tension, especially his interactions with Edward Norton’s character. Fiennes’ portrayal added depth to what could have been a straightforward villain, making him memorable long after the movie ended.

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