Sault Ste. Marie to Host Screening of Classic Thriller 'The Silence of the Lambs'

Reel Film Forum brings the iconic Oscar-winning movie to the Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre's Ranger Theatre on January 17th.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 10:57pm

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The Reel Film Forum in Sault Ste. Marie is hosting a special screening of the 1991 psychological thriller 'The Silence of the Lambs' at the Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre's Ranger Theatre on January 17th. The film, which won five Academy Awards including Best Picture, follows FBI trainee Clarice Starling as she seeks the help of imprisoned psychiatrist and serial killer Dr. Hannibal Lecter to track another murderer. Fans will have the chance to experience the suspense and tension of the classic thriller on the big screen.

Why it matters

The Silence of the Lambs is widely regarded as one of the greatest films of all time, and this special screening offers movie enthusiasts in Sault Ste. Marie a rare opportunity to see the iconic thriller on the big screen. The collective experience of watching the film with a live audience is expected to heighten the suspense and fear that made the movie so captivating.

The details

The screening of The Silence of the Lambs will take place at the Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre's Ranger Theatre on January 17th. Doors will open at 7:30 p.m. and the film will start at 8 p.m. Tickets are $15 plus fees and general admission, with limited availability. The runtime of the film is 118 minutes and it is rated 18A.

  • The Silence of the Lambs screening will take place on Saturday, January 17, 2026.

The players

Reel Film Forum

A local organization that hosts special film screenings and events in Sault Ste. Marie.

Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre

The venue hosting the screening of The Silence of the Lambs, located in Sault Ste. Marie.

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What they’re saying

“Some films are better when you watch them with other people. The Silence of the Lambs thrives on collective tension, the kind you feel in a room when everyone is holding their breath at the same time.”

— Keith Brown, Reel Film Forum

What’s next

Tickets for the screening of The Silence of the Lambs at the Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre's Ranger Theatre on January 17th are available for purchase on the Reel Film Forum's website.

The takeaway

This special screening of the classic thriller The Silence of the Lambs offers movie fans in Sault Ste. Marie a unique opportunity to experience the suspense and tension of the Oscar-winning film on the big screen, surrounded by a live audience. The collective experience is expected to heighten the impact of the movie's iconic moments and leave a lasting impression on attendees.