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The Silence of the Hams

Original title: Il silenzio dei prosciutti
  • 1994
  • R
  • 1h 21m
IMDb RATING
4.6/10
6.1K
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The Silence of the Hams (1994)
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Dark ComedyParodySlapstickComedyThriller

The federal agent Jo Dee Fostar is currently investigating a serial killer, helped by doctor Animal who is isolated in a maximum security jail.The federal agent Jo Dee Fostar is currently investigating a serial killer, helped by doctor Animal who is isolated in a maximum security jail.The federal agent Jo Dee Fostar is currently investigating a serial killer, helped by doctor Animal who is isolated in a maximum security jail.

  • Director
    • Ezio Greggio
  • Writer
    • Ezio Greggio
  • Stars
    • Ezio Greggio
    • Dom DeLuise
    • Billy Zane
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    • IMDb RATING
    4.6/10
    6.1K
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    • Director
      • Ezio Greggio
    • Writer
      • Ezio Greggio
    • Stars
      • Ezio Greggio
      • Dom DeLuise
      • Billy Zane
    • 54User reviews
    • 10Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro

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    Ezio Greggio
    Ezio Greggio
    • Antonio Motel
    Dom DeLuise
    Dom DeLuise
    • Dr. Animal Cannibal Pizza
    Billy Zane
    Billy Zane
    • Jo Dee Fostar
    Joanna Pacula
    Joanna Pacula
    • Lily Wine
    Charlene Tilton
    Charlene Tilton
    • Jane Wine
    Martin Balsam
    Martin Balsam
    • Det. Martin Balsam
    Stuart Pankin
    Stuart Pankin
    • Insp. Pete Putrid
    John Astin
    John Astin
    • The Ranger
    Phyllis Diller
    Phyllis Diller
    • Old Secretary
    Bubba Smith
    Bubba Smith
    • Olaf
    Larry Storch
    Larry Storch
    • Sergeant
    Rip Taylor
    Rip Taylor
    • Mr. Laurel
    Shelley Winters
    Shelley Winters
    • Mrs. Motel - The Mother
    Nedra Volz
    Nedra Volz
    • Ranger's Wife
    Andre Rosey Brown
    Andre Rosey Brown
    • Motorcycle Cop
    • (as Rosey Brown)
    Henry Silva
    Henry Silva
    • Police Chief
    Marshall Bell
    Marshall Bell
    • Cross-Dressing Agent
    Lee Allan
    Lee Allan
    • Agent #1
    • Director
      • Ezio Greggio
    • Writer
      • Ezio Greggio
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    • Trivia
      Even though the title of the movie spoofs The Silence of the Lambs (1991), almost the entire movie is a spoof of the movie Psycho (1960). Both films were inspired by Ed Gein.
    • Quotes

      Dr. Animal: The killer's name is Antonio and he hates his mother.

      Joe: Why?

      Dr. Animal: Maybe 'cause she's a pain in the ass! Did you ever think about that?

    • Connections
      Featured in All Hail the Hams! Breaking the Silence on a Comedy Classic (2020)
    • Soundtracks
      PUSH/PULL
      Written and Produced by Chris Many and Geoff Levin

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    Silence Of The Hams

    Silence Of The Hams was brilliant. You know, I hate it when people try to analyze the movie, and try to pick out all the politically incorrect phrases and actions. SHUT... UP !!! And some people are saying "Uhh, it's not as good as Loaded Weapon 1". SO... WHAT !!! Does that mean that I have to like it less now ? Umm... No. This movie had so many clever and stupid jokes in it. It parodied several hit movies and I think this movie deserves more credit than it's getting. I mean, come on, how many movies do you know have a migit with an extendable arm, and Pavaroti ? Hmm ? Rent this movie now. I give this movie a 10 !!!
    • A.Y.M.-2
    • Jul 10, 1999
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    • Release date
      • July 13, 1994 (France)
    • Countries of origin
      • Italy
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Мовчання шинки
    • Filming locations
      • Hall of Justice - 211 W. Temple Street, Downtown, Los Angeles, California, USA
    • Production companies
      • Silvio Berlusconi Communications
      • Thirtieth Century Wolf
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    • Budget
      • $3,000,000 (estimated)
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 21 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Ultra Stereo
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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