Ep 6. The Talented Mr. Ripley

In the 6th episode of season 2 of CopyCat Killers, entitled "The Talented Mr. Ripley," audiences are taken on a journey to explore one of the most notorious cases of murder inspired by a work of literature. The episode delves into the case of Tommer Peterson, a young man obsessed with the character of Tom Ripley from the Patricia Highsmith novel-turned-movie "The Talented Mr. Ripley."

The episode opens up with a young Tommer Peterson, who grew up in a dysfunctional household, and had a fascination with the character of Tom Ripley from a young age. Tommer's interest in Tom Ripley only grew as he became older, with Tommer seeing himself as having many of the same qualities as Ripley, including charm and coolness under pressure.

After growing up, Tommer moves to New York City to start a new life. However, things don't go quite as planned, and Tommer struggles to adjust to life in the city. Still obsessed with the character of Ripley, Tommer decides to take matters into his own hands and decides to do something drastic.

The episode then goes on to show the details of Tommer's crime, which was a shocking and gruesome murder of a man he had met in a bar. The murder was a brutal affair, and Tommer showed a complete lack of remorse for his actions.

Through interviews with law enforcement officials, friends of Tommer, and other experts, "The Talented Mr. Ripley" episode examines the events leading up to the crime, as well as the psychology behind why Tommer committed this horrific act.

In addition to exploring the case itself, the episode also discusses how literature and media can influence people's behavior and actions. The idea of "copycat killers" is a disturbing one, but it is important to examine how media, especially those with violent themes, can have an impact on susceptible individuals.

Overall, "The Talented Mr. Ripley" episode of CopyCat Killers is a fascinating and thought-provoking exploration of a truly disturbing case. It raises important questions about the influence of media on behavior, as well as examining the twisted psychology that led Tommer Peterson to commit such a heinous crime. Fans of the show and true crime enthusiasts alike will find this episode to be a gripping and thought-provoking watch.