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Red Dragon (2002) is a psychological thriller film that serves as a prequel to The Silence of the Lambs. It follows FBI agent Will Graham, played by Edward Norton, who is called back into action to catch a new serial killer known as the “Tooth Fairy.” This killer, Francis Dolarhyde (played by Ralph Fiennes), is a mentally disturbed man who believes he is a reincarnation of a dragon and commits brutal murders. To catch Dolarhyde, Graham seeks the help of Dr. Hannibal Lecter (played by Anthony Hopkins), the notorious psychiatrist and serial killer he had previously apprehended.

Graham’s investigation reveals the disturbing psychology behind Dolarhyde’s actions, as the killer’s trauma and obsession with transformation fuel his violent behavior. Meanwhile, Graham must confront his own past with Lecter, whose manipulation and taunting complicate the case. As Graham gets closer to catching Dolarhyde, he faces psychological and emotional strain from the mounting pressure of solving the case and his personal demons.

The tension between Graham and Lecter builds throughout the film, with Lecter playing a sinister role in orchestrating events from behind bars. Lecter manipulates the investigation, all while Graham struggles with the moral dilemmas of relying on such a dangerous figure. The psychological battle between the two becomes central to the plot, with Graham attempting to outsmart Lecter and uncover Dolarhyde’s true motives.

In the film’s conclusion, Graham’s persistence leads to a thrilling showdown with Dolarhyde, where the killer’s fate is sealed. However, the film also explores deeper themes of identity and trauma, showing how both the victims and perpetrators are shaped by their pasts. Red Dragon offers a chilling insight into the minds of its characters and serves as a compelling origin story for the Hannibal Lecter franchise.