Patricia Highsmith

An inspector interrogates a witness who claims to have seen two men, including the victim, leaning against a car in Rome in the middle of the night.

Marge writes a scathing letter to Dickie, confronting him about his relationship with Tom and expressing her resentment for the time she wasted.

A local officer confronts Tom about his failure to communicate with the police, delivering a stern demand for him to report to Rome for questioning.

Inspector Ravini questions Marge about Tom Ripley's character and his parasitic relationship with Dickie Greenleaf following a murder.

Tom composes a deceptive letter to Dickie's parents, framing himself as a supportive friend while distancing himself from Freddie Miles's murder.

Inspector Ravini interrogates Marge about her relationship with Dickie Greenleaf and their connection to the murdered Freddie Miles.

Tom manipulates Marge by claiming Dickie has been avoiding her and lying about his whereabouts because his feelings for her have changed.

A police officer arrives at Marge's home to insist she accompany him to Rome immediately for further questioning regarding an investigation.