Andrew Scotts phenomenal take on Patricia Highsmiths con man anchors a deliciously mean adaptation.

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This review was published on April 4, 2024.Ripleyhas since received 13nominations for the 2024 Emmy Awards.

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InRipley, the wealthy cant quite place how they know the titular character.

These heirs and failsons repeat Tom Ripley?

But its sneering meanness toward the upper class is delicious.

The reality is that Tom doesnt know Dickie at all.

Each time it happens is a phenomenal moment.

This is peak petty behavior, and Scott excels at it.

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