What "English Patient" left off screen "But Have You Read the Book?" revisits the adaptation of Ondaatje's novel, which favored romance over history Salon · Jul 28
R&B star Jill Scott: ‘I like mystery – I love Sade but I don’t know what she had for breakfast’ The neo-soul singer and actor answers your questions on being taken to a go-go club as a child, training as an English teacher and getting mistaken for footballer Jill Scott The Guardian - UK · Jan 22
Brendan Gleeson: ‘I was always more interested in enjoying life than being pretty’ THE SATURDAY INTERVIEW: The Oscar-nominated star of ‘The Banshees of Inisherin’ talks to Patrick Smith about ‘H Is for Hawk’, the Irish attitude to death, toxic scripts, the dangers of overenthusiastic parenting, and actors losing their looks The Independent UK · Jan 17
‘Visceral, sensual wonders’: why The Talented Mr Ripley is my feelgood movie The latest in our series of writers detailing their most rewatched comfort films is a reminder of Anthony Minghella’s starry, sad and sinister 1999 thriller The Guardian - US · Sep 1, 2025
From Taylor Swift to Twin Peaks: What are the most iconic rings in pop culture? Just one day after the public announcement of her engagement, the pop superstar’s sparkler has already cemented its legacy in pop culture. What are the other iconic rings? Euronews · Aug 28, 2025
Matt Damon Reflects On Mixed Emotions Towards Ripley Adaptation Matt Damon reflects on his mixed feelings towards the latest Ripley adaptation, highlighting personal connections and a reunion at the Met Gala. Top News · Aug 6, 2024
Matt Damon says he had ‘trouble’ watching Andrew Scott’s Ripley on Netflix Actor previously portrayed the con-man opposite Jude Law in 1955 The Independent UK · Aug 5, 2024
As we await news on Ripley season 2, I rewatched The Talented Mr Ripley on Netflix and was struck by key differences I'm hopeful Netflix will order Ripley season 2, in the meantime I revisited the movie... WhatToWatch · Jun 27, 2024
Benedict Cumberbatch gives verdict on Andrew Scott’s Ripley performance Cumberbatch said he had been binge-watching his friend’s series The Independent UK · May 21, 2024
Ripley guide: how to watch, trailer, plot, cast and everything you need to know about the Andrew Scott drama Andrew Scott plays Tom Ripley in Netflix's take on Patricia Highsmith's novels. WhatToWatch · Apr 20, 2023
Worst movie made from a good book? Or what’s the best movie adapted from a lousy novel? Adapting a book to the screen, successfully: If a reliable formula for that creative challenge existed, we wouldn’t have “The Bonfire of the Vanities” or “The Lovely Bones” or “The Great Gatsby” (any of ‘em) to kick around anymore. Chicago Tribune · Feb 21, 2023
TV tonight: tributes to Queen Elizabeth II Following the death of Queen Elizabeth II, some of tonight’s scheduling may change The Guardian - UK · Sep 9, 2022
TV tonight: Tom Daley dives into a deep pool of homophobia The diver questions his pride in Commonwealth Games medals given the anti-LGBTQ+ laws of many member states. Plus: has the cryptocurrency bubble burst? Here’s what to watch this evening The Guardian - UK · Aug 9, 2022
Anthony Minghella, 1954-2008 Oscar-winning director of "English Patient" and other high-class literary adaptations dies suddenly in London. Salon · Mar 18, 2008