"The Talented Mr. Ripley" is a psychological thriller film directed by Anthony Minghella, released in 1999. It is based on the novel of the same name by Patricia Highsmith. The story follows Tom Ripley, a young man with a talent for impersonation and forgery, who is sent to Europe to retrieve Dickie Greenleaf, the wealthy son of a shipping magnate. As Ripley becomes enamored with Dickie's luxurious lifestyle, he resorts to deceit and murder to assume his identity. The film explores themes of obsession, identity, and the lengths one will go to achieve their desires, featuring performances by Matt Damon, Jude Law, and Gwyneth Paltrow.