Among the many arguments for Ripley’s series is the beauty of his photography. Adapted from Patricia Highsmith’s famous novel – already adapted to cinema with Alain Delon in Plein Soleil and the talented Mr. Ripley with Matt Damon – this time the story takes on a film noir look with a very inspired aesthetic.
That was the goal of creator Stephen Zailian and cinematographer Robert Ellswit: to make something different that stood out from other Netflix productions. The result speaks for itself. To find such a style, the two men were inspired by many clichés. At AlloCiné, we have selected ten impressive shots to make you want to immerse yourself in the series.
Mysterious cat
This cat appears in the first seconds of the series and will return after some time. He witnesses one of Thomas Ripley’s (Andrew Scott) schemes. The way it’s lit already sets the tone for what’s to come.
details
In fragments, Ripley’s series focuses on random details, but which offer beautiful moments, such as this hand placed on a weathered wall in Thomas Ripley’s dilapidated apartment in New York. An image that says a lot about the character’s psychological state at that exact moment.
Ripley takes the subway
It’s a short sequence, but very effective. In the first episode, Thomas Ripley is riding the New York subway. The moving shot offers the audience a very beautiful moment of staging.
Dick and Marge
This image marks the first appearance of Dick (Johnny Flynn) and Marge (Dakota Fanning), the story’s two main characters. The shadow of Thomas Ripley over their heads perfectly illustrates the threat of the rogue.
The Elegance of Thomas Ripley
series Stephen Zailian It’s very elegant, as is the Italian setting and the character Thomas Ripley, played by Andrew Scott. This scene in which she wears a costume that doesn’t belong to her is in every adaptation of the novel.
It’s worth a picture
This sequence of Thomas Ripley on the balcony lasts only a few seconds, but it is undoubtedly one of the most powerful images in the series.
The Misfortune of Thomas Ripley
in the title role, Andrew Scott It is dangerous and fascinating. The series plays on its face and its lighting. This shot, which appears after a key moment in the story, shows all the complexity of this tortured character.
painting plane
It’s also a plan that comes after a very important moment in Ripley’s history. This impressive wide shot takes the form of a painting.
statues
Much of Ripley’s story takes place in Italy. Hence, the images focus on the architecture and sculpture of the many cities criss-crossed by history. In some works, close-ups directly respond to the actions of the anti-hero.
A tribute to Italian cinema
This shot is from the end of the series, episode 7, and highlights the impressive setting that, for the film buffs among you, Bernardo Bertolucci’s film with conformist Jean-Louis Trininian.
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