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Purple Noon

Purple Noon

1960
Drama, Suspense/Thriller
1h 58m
Tom Ripley is sent to Europe by Mr. Greenleaf to fetch his spoiled, playboy son, Philip, and bring him back home to the States. In return, Tom will recieve $5,000. Philip toys with Tom, pretending he will go back home, but has no intentions of leaving his bride to be, Marge, and honoring his father's wishes... (imdb)
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Purple Noon

1960
Drama, Suspense/Thriller
1h 58m
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Avg Percentile 69.31% from 546 total ratings

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Rated 15 May 2011
69
46th
Alain Delon makes me question my heterosexuality, violently interrogate it.
Rated 04 Dec 2009
71
50th
Clement has fashioned a tightly paced mystery with an excellent performance by Delon.
Rated 05 Aug 2011
70
65th
There are quite a few differences between this and 'The Talented Mr. Ripley' which tries to make the audience understand and even sympathize a bit, maybe, with Tom. That is next to impossible in Clément's version wherein the character is fascinatingly cynical and, of course, Delon being Delon, a whole deal more cool. The film is nicely shot and initially gripping but loses momentum somewhere along the way.
Rated 23 Nov 2008
81
85th
The differences with two versions, Plein soleil and The Talented Mr. Ripley, are huge. For example in the latter version Ripley is more victim of circumstances - kind of survival running for his life - while in the original version he was more self-assured what he's doing. Then again remake contains more tricky details and twists and better ending. As a movie Plein soleil is more compact package.
Rated 23 Sep 2008
81
78th
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Rated 16 Sep 2007
82
73rd
This version of "The Talented Mr. Ripley" has a significantly different ending than the novel (and the 1999 film). It feels out of place, but otherwise maintains a pretty dark tone. Delon's chilly, unflappable performance as Ripley stands out in contrast to Damon's more troubled interpretation. Otherwise, the two films are quite similar and hit almost all the same major plot points. Both are fine in their own right, and I would say if you've seen one, you probably don't need to see the other.
Rated 02 Mar 2021
70
56th
Saw someone describe this as anti-noir and while I'm not sure what that means, I think if I did look it up in the dictionary this film would come up.
Rated 08 Mar 2022
87
95th
Holy damn, this is a specimen of opportunism and lady luck. A stunning godfather like soundtrack along with phenomenal acting and a story which amazes
Rated 12 Jun 2011
83
72nd
Delon's film all the way. He's both charming and disquieting, a blend that's perfect for the Ripley character. At times it did feel like everything was just going through the motions but it was well done and engaging, so not much of an issue.
Rated 02 Sep 2015
65
41st
A more even mix of gritty and glitzy than the sleek melodrama of "Talented". I guess I really go for melodrama, because that later film has a lot more punch that does a lot of good; this one feels rushed at points, too subtle, and has a poor ending. Its best feature is the aloof and very handsome Alain Delon in the Ripley role, and the quasi-homosexual tension between Tom and Philippe.
Rated 06 Jan 2012
83
62nd
I was astonished at M. Delon's ability to make his character crackle with an amoral vivacity. Talk about lack of impulse control!
Rated 28 Aug 2007
95
99th
9+ amazing
Rated 09 Sep 2011
70
75th
Very solid crime drama, directed by René Clément in a straightforward, workmanlike but appealing visual style. Alain Delon is rivetting in the lead.
Rated 02 Dec 2011
56
12th
#885
Rated 05 Jun 2017
70
71st
Very atmospheric film, I really like the sets and the places. The story is really good and the acting really drives you in, but the pacing and explanations feel a bit outdated at times.
Rated 19 Dec 2008
57
14th
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Rated 06 Jun 2019
80
52nd
Best Tom Ripley's film
Rated 06 Mar 2016
50
17th
An unenjoyable watch about a lying, murdering creep, despite some nice Italian scenery along the way.
Rated 14 Jun 2009
65
83rd
I really enjoyed this more on a rewatch. Initially, I compared it too much with Minghella’s version which I saw first. That one deepens the character of Tom Ripley and offers more sympathy for him. It’s also a lavish period production with a huge cast. This one is a raw version where Delon’s Ripley is a cold-blooded psychopath who has no problems killing those who get in his way. The sailing scenes and Riviera locations were great. I still prefer the newer film, but I do like this one as well.
Rated 15 Jan 2010
57
14th
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Rated 21 Jun 2011
75
79th
The relation between Tom and Phillipe is more understated and the lack of real dialogue between the two compliments the overall story. Their relationship is much more intense and Tom's desire for a different life is very stirring.
Rated 29 Sep 2011
88
81st
Romy Schneider makes a very short cameo in the beginning.
Rated 21 Aug 2013
90
80th
A ridiculously fun film, set in eye-popping Roman locales with Alain Delon as an impossibly suave criminal. On visuals alone, this is one of the best, but it's also an extremely enjoyable watch from start to finish. This is the film that made Alain Delon a movie star.
Rated 21 Feb 2019
80
76th
It's easy to get lost in the visuals like you're drifting out to sea. The actors are hot hot
Rated 11 Oct 2019
70
73rd
Very cool and subdued Alain Delon. The film moves along quickly, from one absurd obstacle to the next.
Rated 17 Jul 2021
82
65th
Delon is hypnotic. Beautifully shot. Well paced. I think the editing here is one of the strongest components in highlighting all its strengths. Way more entertaining than one would expect.
Rated 20 Nov 2020
92
76th
Breezy European film noir. I still haven't seen the remake.
Rated 02 Feb 2021
84
74th
Nice ending
Rated 04 May 2021
86
78th
Rewatching 'Plein Soleil', it's obvious how much not only the 1999 adaptation of the same Highsmith novel, but the genre of the psychological thriller in general owes to it. Clément's naturalistic, deliberate, sometimes detached direction only ever reveals what it must, and Delon's rightly praised performance is all the better for its opacity; the viewer, rather than identifying with him, feels like a voyeur and an accomplice.
Rated 10 Oct 2021
68
31st
Nice story, but a little bit old now...
Rated 16 Nov 2021
76
93rd
Excellent on all counts.
Rated 03 Aug 2022
84
90th
A fine summer movie.
Rated 04 Mar 2023
78
87th
Delon is better than Damon, but Jude Law is better than Maurice Ronet. If this movie had Philip Seymor Hoffman, it would probably be a 90.

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