Matt Damon Explained Why He Had “Trouble” Watching Andrew Scott’s “Ripley” Adaptation, And It Makes Total Sense

Matt Damonhas mixedemotionsabout the latestRipleyadaptation.

Back in 1999, Matt starred as Tom Ripley inThe Talented Mr. Ripley, which was adapted from Patricia Highsmith’s 1955 novel of the same name.

Because the original film is so beloved, anticipation was high earlier this year when Netflix releasedRipley,another adaptation of the 1955 novel, starring Andrew Scott as the titular character.

AfterRipleypremiered in April, the eight-episode series — shot in black and white — received predominantly positive reviews, with many praising Andrew’s “spellbinding” performance in the lead role.

But despite the critical acclaim for Netflix’sRipley, Matt explained in a new interview that it wasn’t all that easy for him to watch — but not for the reasons you might expect.

In an interview withIndieWire, Matt was asked if he’d ever revisit the iconic role. In his response, theGood Will Huntingstar revealed his mixed emotions about the new adaptation following the death of Anthony Minghella, who directed him inThe Talented Mr. Ripley25 years ago.

Back in May, Matt enjoyed aRipleyreunion at the Met Gala, where he was seated at the same table as Jude Law, who starred alongside him as Dickie Greenleaf in the 1999 movie. Andrew was also at the same table.

You can findMatt’s full interview with IndieWirehere.

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Andrew Scott in a dark outfit adorned with insect brooches, and a gold chain necklace at a formal event

Andrew Scott, in period costume, stands in a serious pose with officers and a vintage car blurred in the background

Matt Damon is speaking into a microphone at a formal event, dressed in a suit and tie

Andrew Scott in a sleeveless outfit and Jude Law in a tuxedo pose together at a formal event

Matt Damon and Luciana Barroso in two side-by-side photos: one casual from years ago, and one recent at a formal event

Ben Affleck and Matt Damon in a two-photo collage: on the left in tuxedos in an earlier photo, and on the right in casual outfits at a more recent event

Matt Damon in a beige suit poses with five women including his wife Luciana Barroso in white, all in formal dresses, at a red carpet event

Matt Damonhas mixedemotionsabout the latestRipleyadaptation.#

Back in 1999, Matt starred as Tom Ripley inThe Talented Mr. Ripley, which was adapted from Patricia Highsmith’s 1955 novel of the same name.#

Because the original film is so beloved, anticipation was high earlier this year when Netflix releasedRipley,another adaptation of the 1955 novel, starring Andrew Scott as the titular character.#

AfterRipleypremiered in April, the eight-episode series — shot in black and white — received predominantly positive reviews, with many praising Andrew’s “spellbinding” performance in the lead role.#

But despite the critical acclaim for Netflix’sRipley, Matt explained in a new interview that it wasn’t all that easy for him to watch — but not for the reasons you might expect.#

In an interview withIndieWire, Matt was asked if he’d ever revisit the iconic role. In his response, theGood Will Huntingstar revealed his mixed emotions about the new adaptation following the death of Anthony Minghella, who directed him inThe Talented Mr. Ripley25 years ago.#

Back in May, Matt enjoyed aRipleyreunion at the Met Gala, where he was seated at the same table as Jude Law, who starred alongside him as Dickie Greenleaf in the 1999 movie. Andrew was also at the same table.#

You can findMatt’s full interview with IndieWirehere.#

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