Review of The Talented Mr. Ripley (1999) by Pete S — 17 Apr 2012

If anybody can create sympathy for the devil, the angelic Matt Damon can.

This review of The Talented Mr. Ripley (1999) was written by Pete S on 17 Apr 2012.

The Talented Mr. Ripley has generally received very positive reviews.

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