Review of Ripley's Game (2002) by Ivan D — 24 May 2010
Anthony Minghella's "The Talented Mr. Ripley" has vibrantly shown the eponymous character's descent into controlled insanity. But here in "Ripley's Game", although John Malkovich's portrayal of Tom Ripley was much more ruthless than Matt Damon's, the film unexpectedly delved into the character's resurging conscience and humanity.
The film, like its unofficial predecessor, contains actors of great talents, and though Malkovich was perfect as Ripley, Dougray Scott gave the best perormance as the terminally ill picture framer. Tom Ripley is the player, and in his amoral world where art and music converges in an elegant harmony, his murderous con games is ever present, and usually comes with a price.
Great piece of cinema.
This review of Ripley's Game (2002) was written by Ivan D on 24 May 2010.
Ripley's Game has generally received positive reviews.
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