10 Things You Didn't Know About The Silence of the Lambs

8. Art Imitating Life

Is all fiction based on reality? Well the antagonist in Silence of the Lambs certainly is. Buffalo Bill, the murderer who lures women into his van, keeps them locked in a well in his house and then skins them before killing them to make a full body human body suit for himself is an amalgamation of three legendary American serial killers of the 20th century. Gary Heidnick was infamous for keeping his victims locked in a pit. Ed Gein skinned his victims. And Ted Bundy used to wear a cast on his arm to lure victims into his car.
Contributor
Contributor

Frustratingly argumentative writer, eater, reader and fanatical about film ‘n’ food and all things fundamentally flawed. I have been a member of the WhatCulture family since it was known as Obsessed with Film way back in the bygone year of 2010. I review films, festivals, launch events, award ceremonies and conduct interviews with members of the ‘biz’. Follow me @FilmnFoodFan In 2011 I launched the restaurant and food criticism section. I now review restaurants alongside film and the greatest rarity – the food ‘n’ film crossover. Let your imaginations run wild as you mull on what that might look like!