A restored 1960 European thriller in dazzling 4K. Charismatic Alain Delon masks sinister intentions under the Mediterranean sun. This sleek adaptation of The Talented Mr. Ripley still stings with beauty and menace.
Film details
- Title: Plein Soleil (1960)
- Premiere: 10 July 1960
- Director: René Clément
- Runtime: 113 min
- Theatres:
What’s the vibe?
A glossy European thriller drenched in Mediterranean light yet pulsing with psychological tension. It’s elegant, unsettling and utterly hypnotic.
Trailer
Check out the trailer below.
Why you might like it
- Eyes: Sun-dappled Italian vistas and cool cinematography that'll linger long after the credits.
- Heart: A morally ambiguous lead you can’t look away from — oddly magnetic and disturbing.
- Mind: A cat‑and‑mouse game that peels back charm to expose a darker undercurrent.
Scene to watch for
The yacht sequence brings tension to the surface as Delon’s Tom Ripley shifts from suave companion to calculating predator against the backdrop of sparkling waters.
Recommended pairing
- A simple cheese plate with fresh fruit and crisp bread
- A stroll along a sunlit canal or waterside after the film
Need-to-knows
- Spoken in French (with some Italian and English), with Dutch subtitles
- Age rating: appropriate for teens and up
- A newly restored 4K version highlights visual richness
- No merch tie‑ins; pure timeless cinema
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