The Symbolism In This Scene Is Breathtaking To Me. It Doesn't Feel Like It Was Meant To Merely Imply

The symbolism in this scene is breathtaking to me. It doesn't feel like it was meant to merely imply how willing Hannibal was to sacrifice himself for Will by taking the bullet.

It reminds me of this Bellini's painting: The Blood of the Redeemer (1465).

Christ, resurrected after crucifixion, body still pale and weak, yet pressing the wound in his side to let his blood flow into the chalice.

Hannibal portrayed as if he's Christ, right side pierced, his blood spilling, pouring into wine, offering not just protection but also forgiveness, redemption and transformation through his sacrifice. There's even an air of quiet divinity in his face, almost content as he bleeds.

And then there's Will. Drinking wine, accepting the love and salvation tied to Hannibal's sacrifice and suffering, partaking in his resurrection, uniting with him in it... . One step closer to that god he once sought in Cappella Palatina.

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Preußen <3

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