123: The Talented Mr. Ripley (1999)

It may be a new month and a new theme, but the Watchcast ain't quite done with Jude Law yet. Join us as we dive into the twisted world of The Talented Mr. Ripley, and marvel at the gorgeous sights, the excellent performances, and the unbelievable abs on display.

CHAPTERS:

(00:00:00) - The Nextlander Watchcast Episode 123: The Talented Mr. Ripley (1999)
(00:00:37) - Intro.
(00:04:55) - Some notes on the Highsmith novels, and praise for Matt Damon and the screenplay.
(00:12:06) - Getting into the production history.
(00:23:38) - Off to New York to meet Tom Ripley, and in praise of James Rebhorn.
(00:35:27) - Tom arrives in Italy.
(00:41:42) - We can't stop talking about Matt Damon's musculature.
(00:53:21) - Hitting the jazz clubs, and a little naked chess between bros.
(01:00:42) - Break!
(01:01:05) - We're back, and here! Comes! Philip! Seymour! Hoffman!
(01:11:58) - Real world consequences crash into Dickie's paradise.
(01:18:29) - A fateful (and fatal) boat trip.
(01:26:23) - Tom's more sinister side begins to take hold.
(01:34:19) - A fright at the opera, and an elaborately planned chance meeting.
(01:45:36) - Freddie comes calling one night.
(01:51:33) - A charming Italian detective.
(01:59:10) - A less charming Italian detective, and something with Peter begins to blossom.
(02:05:21) - Daddy Greenleaf comes to Italy, and Marge clocks what's really happening.
(02:14:10) - Philip Baker Hall outta nowhere!
(02:20:20) - Peter, you deserved better.
(02:25:49) - Noting the book's different ending, and final thoughts.
(02:32:18) - Talking about our movie for next week, Boiler Room! (And Vinny's ranking).
(02:27:07) - Outro.