The talented Mr Ripley is set in the late 1950’s and follows the story of a young con man by the name of Tom Ripley. The film opens in New york when Ripley manipulates his way into an all expenses paid trip to Italy to retrieve 'Dickie Greenleaf'. After arriving in italy and getting closer to Dickie and his fiancee the film develops into its deceitful themes and we as the audience get to see all the talents of Mr Tom Ripley.
Apart from the gripping storyline and great cast the film is set throughout Italy, it conveys a number of beautiful cities and coastal towns. The majority of the film along the Almalfi coast specifically in the areas of Ischia Ponte, Procida. Italy's famous Almalfi coast is located on the western coast just below the centre, it is a very popular tourist destination for people all around the world. The beaches, views, towns, restaurants and landmarks show the incredible culture and history of the great country. Since the film was set in the 1950’s the audience is introduced to a very different italy, this is reflected through the clothing and music. The film eventually explores more of Italy as the Mr Ripley travels to Rome and Venice. Again the fashion and music is very different and to be honest this was one of the most interesting parts after the beautiful cities. I specifically remember a great scene on the spanish steps, one of the busier tourist spots to visit. When i was there last year it was very busy and totally different from the film (although the film was set over 50 years ago with less travel), however it was still a nice romantic spot to visit for those of you travelling to rome.
After Rome Tom Ripley escapes to Venice, know which is located in the north east, it is the famous city that is built on water. At this stage of the movie it was quite intense taking away the viewers gaze away from the beauty that venice has to offer. However i do urge you to watch again as Venice was one of my favourite cities, it was so unique and interesting. My best memories include getting lost for hours through all the little alleys and also strolling the streets looking at the endless amount of shops filled with Murano glass. This is a fantastic drama/thriller that is filled with great locations from around italy. Definitely one for you to watch, i hope you enjoy!
Apart from the gripping storyline and great cast the film is set throughout Italy, it conveys a number of beautiful cities and coastal towns. The majority of the film along the Almalfi coast specifically in the areas of Ischia Ponte, Procida. Italy's famous Almalfi coast is located on the western coast just below the centre, it is a very popular tourist destination for people all around the world. The beaches, views, towns, restaurants and landmarks show the incredible culture and history of the great country. Since the film was set in the 1950’s the audience is introduced to a very different italy, this is reflected through the clothing and music. The film eventually explores more of Italy as the Mr Ripley travels to Rome and Venice. Again the fashion and music is very different and to be honest this was one of the most interesting parts after the beautiful cities. I specifically remember a great scene on the spanish steps, one of the busier tourist spots to visit. When i was there last year it was very busy and totally different from the film (although the film was set over 50 years ago with less travel), however it was still a nice romantic spot to visit for those of you travelling to rome.
After Rome Tom Ripley escapes to Venice, know which is located in the north east, it is the famous city that is built on water. At this stage of the movie it was quite intense taking away the viewers gaze away from the beauty that venice has to offer. However i do urge you to watch again as Venice was one of my favourite cities, it was so unique and interesting. My best memories include getting lost for hours through all the little alleys and also strolling the streets looking at the endless amount of shops filled with Murano glass. This is a fantastic drama/thriller that is filled with great locations from around italy. Definitely one for you to watch, i hope you enjoy!
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