"Ripley" - Production Designer - David Gropman - Decorating Pages Podcast

"Ripley" - Production Designer - David Gropman - Decorating Pages Podcast
Join host Kim Wannop on the Decorating Pages Podcast as she sits down with acclaimed production designer David Gropman to delve into the intricate and captivating set designs of the Netflix series *Ripley*. This episode is a treasure trove for fans of set decoration, design enthusiasts, and anyone curious about the behind-the-scenes magic of television and film production.
David Gropman takes us on a journey through the creation of the stunning sets for *Ripley*, a series based on Patricia Highsmith's dark, character-driven novels. Discover how Gropman's vision transformed various locations in Italy into a visual feast that enriches the storytelling.
*Key Highlights:*
- *Tom's Apartment & Dickie's Villa* The characters' living spaces were built on the same stage, yet distinctively divided by a green screen. Dive into the clever use of space and the detailed décor that brings these residences to life.
- *Historic Hospital Forlanini:* Explore how this 1930s former hospital became a versatile filming location, doubling as Tom's Rome apartment exterior, the entryway, senior office, stairwell with a cage elevator, and more. Hear about the transformation of this vast space, including its role in other iconic settings like the Naples train station and police offices of Palermo, Naples, and San Remo.
- *Luxury & Authenticity at the Hotel Excelsior:* Uncover the amalgamation of multiple real-world locations, such as the Hotel Hasler, the Plaza Hotel’s grand ballroom, and Plesso Respoleti, to craft the luxurious Hotel Excelsior scene.
- *Recreating Venice’s Peggy Guggenheim Palazzo:* David details the challenges and triumphs of authentically replicating this iconic Venetian residence for both exterior and interior scenes.
- *Black and White Cinematography:* Gropman shares insightful tips on set design for black-and-white filming, emphasizing the importance of tones, textures, and contrasts over conventional colors.
- *The Artistic Touch of Dickie's Villa:* Learn about the collaboration with scenic artists to create original paintings for Dickie’s villa, enhancing the authentic and artistic ambiance of the setting.
- *Unexpected Inspirations and Creative Solutions:* From sourcing specific props like a leather chair from a street store to adjusting set sizes for actor movements, Gropman’s stories illustrate the inventive processes behind great set design.
Don’t miss this in-depth exploration of Ripley's stunning set designs, filled with behind-the-scenes secrets, artistic insights, and the fascinating challenges faced by David Gropman and his team.
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Hello and welcome to decorating pages. I'm your host Kim Wannop. Decorating pages is podcast dedicated to taking you behind the scenes of the designs of your favorite film and TV shows. Each episode I'll be sharing design interviews with some of Hollywood's most famous sets. Interviews with Set Decorators, Production Designers, Directors and Actors about creating the design that takes us from page to screen.
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