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Tom Ripley unexpectedly runs into Marge and Peter Smith-Kingsley at the opera in Rome. He must navigate a tense social interaction while maintaining his web of lies regarding Dickie Greenleaf's whereabouts and his own travel plans.
MARGE: Oh my God. Tom.
RIPLEY: Marge, how are you? What are you doing in Rome?
MARGE: Is he here? Are you with Dickie?
RIPLEY: No. Hello, I'm Tom Ripley.
PETER: Peter Smith-Kingsley. I've heard about you, of course - from Marge, and Dickie.
MARGE: No glasses.
RIPLEY: Ditto.
PETER: Where are you hidi
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Director's Notes
Audition scene for Ripley's Double Life Revealed from The Talented Mr. Ripley. A tense thriller scene for actors playing deceptive, charming characters. Navigate lies and social pressure in this gripping group audition piece.
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