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Patricia Highsmith

Patricia Highsmith (January 19, 1921 – February 4, 1995) was an American novelist and short story writer best known for her psychological thrillers, including her series of five novels featuring the character Tom Ripley. She wrote 22 novels and numerous short stories throughout her career spanning nearly five decades, and her work has led to more than two dozen film adaptations.

January 19, 1921 (74 years old) Forth Worth, Texas, USA Died February 4, 1995
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'A Talent for Murder' Interview: Helen Mirren and More

Opening in theaters on October 23rd is the new thriller 'A Talent for Murder' which was directed by Anton Corbijn ('Cont...
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dijAGy1YKNI Preview: The first ‘Ripley’ teaser is online. Andrew Scott, Dakota Fanning a...
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