Will Graham (William Petersen) regresa a la policía persuadido por un compañero. Encargado de la difícil tarea de dar caza a un escurridizo asesino que ataca sólo los días de luna llena, Graham decide emplear métodos poco convencionales. De este modo, recurre al doctor Hannibal Lecter (Brian Cox), otro asesino en serie, para entrar en la mente del asesino, pero esto le llevará a estar expuesto a la inteligencia de un genio poniendo en peligro su salud mental.
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- maddiechism6 de diciembre de 2025this soundtrack is fucking amazing, 80s music just nourishes my soul in such a lively way. heavily rocked in pretty much every way but i guess i wasnt really fully convinced by brian cox' lecktor, but its probably mostly due to how little screentime he gets in this. i wasnt expecting any more though, i didnt even realize this had lecktor in it until they mentioned him. all the other performances are great, noonans dollarhyde is perfectly creepy and menacing. will graham is such an intriguing character and is played incredibly by petersen. joan allen is fantastic as reba.
- flavo4328 de diciembre de 2025Manhunter is a stylish, atmospheric thriller that I actually prefer over Red Dragon, largely because of its tone and restraint. It is unmistakably a product of the 1980s—steeped in neon, synth, and a cool, detached visual style—but that aesthetic works in its favor, enhancing the film’s unsettling mood. Michael Mann’s direction leans heavily into psychology rather than spectacle, making the story feel intimate and deeply disturbing. The casting was spot-on for its time, with William Petersen bringing a quiet intensity to Will Graham that perfectly conveys emotional exhaustion and obsession. While Anthony Hopkins would later define Hannibal Lecter for many viewers, Brian Cox’s portrayal here is colder and more clinical, which suits the film’s grounded approach. What really sets Manhunter apart is its patience. It allows tension to build slowly, relying on mood, sound, and character rather than shocks. The result is a haunting, cerebral film that lingers long after it ends—a sleek, intelligent take on serial crime that still holds up remarkably well.
- DTSaito3 de noviembre de 2025A stylish, haunting thriller that stands the test of time as one of the most atmospheric crime films of the ’80s. Michael Mann’s direction brings a hypnotic blend of neon minimalism and psychological tension, crafting a world that feels both clinical and dreamlike. William Petersen delivers a gripping, understated performance as profiler Will Graham—haunted yet sharp, a man walking the razor’s edge between empathy and obsession. Brian Cox’s chillingly calm portrayal of Hannibal Lecktor predates Hopkins’ iconic version but is equally fascinating in its restraint. With its pulsating synth score and meticulous visual design, Manhunter remains a masterclass in mood and precision—a cerebral, visually stunning precursor to modern psychological thrillers.
- LuciferMorningstar0020 de octubre de 2025I was not a fan of this protagonist. He reminded me a lot of Gideon in season 1 of Criminal Minds. Thats all I will say about it. On the other hand, I really enjoyed the villain. The movie may be old but the action scenes were cinematically pleasing. The villain played their role very well. Enough to warrant a second watch.
- pipanni2 de septiembre de 2025This is the movie that later would be rebooted as "The Silence of the Lambs". Despite what some people say, this version is by no means better than the cult classic starring Anthony Hopkins and Jodie Foster. In fact, it's a pretty forgettable movie on its own. I like Brian cox and I think he's an amazing actor, but his version of Hannibal Lecter can't hold a candle to Anthony Hopkins electrifying performance. Everything else is also inferior to the reboot.
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Hunter was released on 15 de agosto de 1986.
Hunter was directed by Michael Mann.
Hunter has a runtime of 2h 1min.
Hunter was produced by Richard A. Roth.
Will Graham (William Petersen) regresa a la policía persuadido por un compañero. Encargado de la difícil tarea de dar caza a un escurridizo asesino que ataca sólo los días de luna llena, Graham decide emplear métodos poco convencionales. De este modo, recurre al doctor Hannibal Lecter (Brian Cox), otro asesino en serie, para entrar en la mente del asesino, pero esto le llevará a estar expuesto a la inteligencia de un genio poniendo en peligro su salud mental.
The key characters in Hunter are Will Graham (William L. Petersen), Francis Dollarhyde (Tom Noonan), Jack Crawford (Dennis Farina).
Hunter is rated 12.
Hunter is a Misterio, Crimen, Terror film.
Hunter has an audience rating of 7.7 out of 10.
Hunter had a budget of 150 MUS$.
Hunter has made 8,6 MUS$ at the box office.