| "Dolce" | |
|---|---|
| Hannibal episode | |
| Episode no. | Season 3 Episode 6 |
| Directed by | Vincenzo Natali |
| Written by | |
| Featured music | Brian Reitzell |
| Cinematography by | James Hawkinson |
| Editing by | Stephen Philipson |
| Production code | 306 |
| Original air date | July 9, 2015 |
| Running time | 44 minutes |
| Guest appearances | |
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"Dolce" is the sixth episode of the third season of the psychological thriller–horror series Hannibal. It is the 32nd overall episode of the series and was written by producer Don Mancini, series creator Bryan Fuller, and executive producer Steve Lightfoot and directed by Vincenzo Natali. It was first broadcast on July 9, 2015, on NBC.
The series is based on characters and elements appearing in Thomas Harris' novels Red Dragon and Hannibal, with focus on the relationship between FBI special investigator Will Graham (Hugh Dancy) and Dr. Hannibal Lecter (Mads Mikkelsen), a forensic psychiatrist destined to become Graham's most cunning enemy. The episode revolves around the pursuit of Hannibal Lecter as Will Graham and Jack Crawford are closing on him. However, Mason Verger is also in the pursuit and his contacts make sure he is ahead of the federal investigation.
According to Nielsen Media Research, the episode was seen by an estimated 1.38 million household viewers and gained a 0.4/1 ratings share among adults aged 18–49. The episode received critical acclaim, with critics praising Natali's directing, pace, and the dinner scene although some critics felt the ending felt "anticlimactic".