Ted Tally

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duologues by Ted Tally monologues by Ted Tally film scenes

Film

duologue

4 min

The First Meeting — Clarice and Hannibal

The Silence of the Lambs

by Ted Tally

FBI trainee Clarice Starling visits the incarcerated cannibalistic psychiatrist Dr. Hannibal Lecter to seek his help on a psychological profile. Lecter subjects her to a brutal psychological dissection of her background before offering a cryptic lead on the Buffalo Bill case.

Leading Lady Detective Intense+2

Film

monologue

1-2 minutes

The Silence of the Lambs - Clarice's Moth Story

The Silence of the Lambs

by Ted Tally

Clarice Starling recounts a haunting childhood trauma to Dr. Hannibal Lecter, explaining her failed attempt to save a lamb from slaughter. She reveals that her drive to rescue Catherine Martin is a desperate attempt to silence the psychological 'screaming' that has plagued her since that night.

Leading Lady Ingenue Vulnerable+2

Film

monologue

1-2 minutes

The Silence of the Lambs - Hannibal Lecter's First Encounter

The Silence of the Lambs

by Ted Tally

Dr. Hannibal Lecter psychologically dismantles FBI trainee Clarice Starling during their first encounter. He uses his heightened senses and intellectual superiority to expose her insecurities and establish a dominant, predatory connection.

Villain Authority Figure Sophisticated+2

About Ted Tally

Browse 3 audition scenes and monologues written by Ted Tally, including scenes from The Silence of the Lambs. Tally's work on AuditionScenes spans thriller and thriller, drama and thriller, horror and features duologues and monologues drawn from film. These scenes are particularly suited for drama school audition, agent showcase, self tape. Each scene includes Director's Notes with performance guidance, character analysis, and a downloadable PDF.