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arts1 year ago•2 min saved

"Exploring the Enduring Allure of Patricia Highsmith's Ripley Across Film and Television"

Filmmakers are drawn to adapting Patricia Highsmith's character Tom Ripley, a con artist with a sketchy background, as he serves as a blank slate to explore the mores and concerns of different eras. Despite his lack of traditional hero qualities, including charm and clear goals, filmmakers have attempted to portray him in various angles, from a criminal to a sociopath, resulting in five films and a new Netflix series starring different actors.

via The New York Times|

#adaptation #arts #character-study

entertainment1 year ago•5 min saved

"Unveiling the Enigmatic Charm of Netflix's 'Ripley' and Its Sensational Lead"

Tom Ripley, the diabolical character created by Patricia Highsmith, returns in a new Netflix adaptation, portrayed by Andrew Scott as a charming yet sinister figure. The series, set in the 1960s, resonates with contemporary themes such as social media, identity fraud, and class paranoia. Ripley's ability to manipulate and befriend others for his own gain is explored, highlighting the timeless and disturbing nature of his character. The article also discusses the relevance of Ripley's behavior in the context of social media and the modern digital age.

via The Guardian|

#andrew-scott #entertainment #netflix

entertainment1 year ago•1 min saved

"Andrew Scott Shines in Netflix's 'Ripley' Trailer"

Andrew Scott stars in the new Netflix series "Ripley," based on Patricia Highsmith's novels, as a grifter who becomes embroiled in fraud and murder. The black-and-white, 1960s-set show features Scott impersonating the lifestyle of aristocrats and marks a return to his sinister roles. The series, written and directed by Steven Zaillian, also stars Dakota Fanning, Eliot Sumner, Maurizio Lombardi, Margherita Buy, and John Malkovich, and premieres on April 4.

via The A.V. Club|

#andrew-scott #entertainment #netflix