Critics generally praised the episode for its visual style, particularly its "Dracula-esque" gothic atmosphere. Reviewers from Slant Magazine noted the shift toward gothic stylistics, while others highlighted the deepening romantic and obsessive subtext between Will and Hannibal.
: Will Graham travels to Hannibal's childhood home, Lecter Estate, to understand the "genesis" of the monster. He meets Chiyoh , the attendant to Hannibal's aunt, who has spent years guarding a man she believes killed and ate Hannibal's sister, Mischa .
" Secondo ," the third episode of Hannibal 's third season, originally aired on June 18, 2015, and serves as a pivotal exploration of Dr. Hannibal Lecter's origins. Directed by , the episode is characterized by its gothic horror aesthetic and focuses on the search for the titular character as his past and present collide. Plot Overview SecondoHannibal : Season 3 Episode 3
: In Italy, Hannibal and Bedelia Du Maurier host Professor Sogliato for dinner. In a sudden act of violence, Hannibal stabs Sogliato in the temple with an ice pick. Bedelia "technically" finishes the act by removing the pick.
: The episode confirms that Jack Crawford survived the Season 2 finale. He arrives in Palermo, meeting with Inspector Pazzi to discuss Hannibal's latest "bloody valentine" display. Key Character Moments and Themes Critics generally praised the episode for its visual
According to the Hannibal Wiki , the main cast and significant guest stars include: Dr. Hannibal Lecter Mads Mikkelsen Will Graham Hugh Dancy Dr. Bedelia Du Maurier Gillian Anderson Jack Crawford Laurence Fishburne Tao Okamoto Insp. Rinaldo Pazzi Fortunato Cerlino Julian Richings Professor Sogliato Rinaldo Rocco
: Bedelia deduces that Hannibal did not kill his sister, but he did eat her to "forgive" her for the way she influenced and "betrayed" him. He meets Chiyoh , the attendant to Hannibal's
: Will exhibits Hannibal-like behavior by manipulating Chiyoh into killing her prisoner. He then creates his own elaborate tableau, displaying the prisoner's corpse in the shape of a dragonfly. Cast and Crew