Purple Noon (1960) movie poster

Purple Noon (1960)

Plein soleil
"Passion at ten. Envy at eleven. Murder at noon."
ThumbScore
👍 82%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 92% (RT: 92%) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Director
René Clément
Runtime
1h 58m
Country
France, Italy
Language
French
TMDB Rating
7.6/10 (585 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
92%
Cast
Alain Delon as Tom Ripley
Marie Laforêt as Marge Duval
Maurice Ronet as Philippe Greenleaf
Erno Crisa as Inspector Riccordi
Frank Latimore as O'Brien
Billy Kearns as Freddy Miles
Ave Ninchi as Signora Gianna
Viviane Chantel as Belgian Lady
Most people think so. 82% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 585 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 92%.
Overview
Tom Ripley is a talented mimic, moocher, forger and all-around criminal improviser; but there's more to Tom Ripley than even he can guess. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • During production of Purple Noon, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated crime films of 1960 among dedicated fans.
Audience Consensus

Purple Noon is a 1960 crime, drama, thriller film directed by René Clément. Tom Ripley is a talented mimic, moocher, forger and all-around criminal improviser; but there's more to Tom Ripley than even he can guess. The film has been rated by 585 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a crime film, Purple Noon delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Purple Noon (1960) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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