The Life and Many Romances of Jude Law

In 1999, he gained major international recognition with The Talented Mr. Ripley, playing Dickie Greenleaf opposite Matt Damon, Gwyneth Paltrow, Cate Blanchett, and Philip Seymour Hoffman. The psychological thriller gave Law a role built around charm, wealth, carelessness, and danger.

The film became the breakthrough that turned him into a global name. Dickie’s golden, effortless image made Law one of the most talked-about actors of the moment, but the role also brought physical challenges behind the scenes.