The Talented Mr. Ripley - Award-Winning Psychological Thriller | DVD

Product Information

• UPC: 5999881067910 
• Product Type: Feature Film DVD 
• Genre: Psychological Thriller/Drama 
• Language: Hungarian and English Audio (5.1 Dolby Digital) 
• Subtitles: Hungarian, Hebrew 
• Format: DVD Video (DVD9 dual-layer disc) 
• Running Time: 135 minutes 
• Aspect Ratio: 16:9 Widescreen 
• Rating: 16+ (Not recommended for viewers under 16) 
• Release Year: 1999 (film) 
• Director: Anthony Minghella S
• tarring: Matt Damon, Gwyneth Paltrow, Jude Law, Cate Blanchett, Philip Seymour Hoffman 
• Distributor: SoundCard Kft. 
• Rights Owner: Jasmin-River Kft. 
• Country of Origin: Germany

Overview

Anthony Minghella's "The Talented Mr. Ripley" is a mesmerizing psychological thriller based on Patricia Highsmith's acclaimed novel. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of 1950s Italy, the film follows Tom Ripley (Matt Damon), a young man of modest means who is mistakenly believed to be a Princeton graduate by wealthy shipbuilder Herbert Greenleaf. Hired to retrieve Greenleaf's wayward son Dickie (Jude Law) from his carefree life in Italy, Ripley soon becomes obsessed with Dickie's privileged existence and his glamorous relationship with Marge Sherwood (Gwyneth Paltrow).

As Ripley insinuates himself into their world of sun-drenched beaches and high society, his fascination with Dickie's life transforms into a dangerous obsession. Through a series of calculated moves and deceptions, Ripley begins assuming aspects of Dickie's identity, slowly crossing the line from admiration to something far more sinister. With the haunting philosophy that "it's better to be a fake somebody than a real nobody," Ripley embarks on an increasingly desperate journey to preserve his newfound lifestyle at any cost.

Product Features

• Dual Audio Tracks:
  • Hungarian 5.1 Dolby Digital
  • English 5.1 Dolby Digital
• Dual Subtitles:
  • Hungarian
  • Hebrew
• Special Features:
  • Interactive menus
  • Scene selection
• Format Specifications:Professional Packaging
  • DVD9 dual-layer disc (note: layer change may cause brief pause)
  • PAL format
  • 16:9 widescreen presentation
  • Color
• Production Value: High-quality audio and visual presentation

Interesting Facts

Award Recognition

"The Talented Mr. Ripley" received significant critical acclaim and numerous award nominations, including five Academy Award nominations: Best Supporting Actor (Jude Law), Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Art Direction, Best Costume Design, and Best Original Score. The film showcases exceptional performances from its stellar cast, with many critics particularly praising Jude Law's magnetic portrayal of Dickie Greenleaf and Philip Seymour Hoffman's memorable turn as the suspicious Freddie Miles.

Directorial Vision

After his Oscar-winning success with "The English Patient," director Anthony Minghella brought a distinctive visual style to this adaptation, capturing both the idyllic beauty of the Italian coastline and the psychological darkness at the story's core. Minghella's screenplay expanded on Highsmith's novel, adding new characters and developing existing relationships to create a richer narrative tapestry while maintaining the book's suspenseful tension.

Cinematography and Setting

Cinematographer John Seale (who won an Oscar for "The English Patient") created a visually stunning film that contrasts the sun-drenched, vibrant landscapes of the Italian Riviera with increasingly tense and shadowy interiors as the story progresses. The film was shot in numerous Italian locations including Rome, Naples, Venice, Palermo, and the island of Ischia, with the fictional coastal town of "Mongibello" created through composite locations.

Musical Significance

The score by Gabriel Yared (another "English Patient" Oscar winner) beautifully complements the film's atmosphere, while the carefully selected jazz recordings help establish the 1950s period. The film features Matt Damon performing jazz standards including "My Funny Valentine" and Jude Law singing "Tu Vuò Fà L'Americano" with Italian musician Fiorello, a scene that highlights the cultural clash and aspiration central to the film's themes.

Publishers

Rights Owner: Jasmin-River Kft. (www.ararecords.hu) Distributed by: SoundCard Kft. Tel.: (06 23) 502-152

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