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The Last Duel

2021, History/Drama, 2h 33m

291 Reviews 1,000+ Verified Ratings

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The Last Duel's critique of systemic misogyny isn't as effective as it might have been, but it remains a well-acted and thought-provoking drama infused with epic grandeur. Read critic reviews

If you don't mind its somewhat repetitive story structure, The Last Duel is an exciting, well-acted period drama that leaves you with plenty to think about. Read audience reviews

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The Last Duel: Featurette - Her Dominance

The Last Duel: Featurette - Her Dominance

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Matt Damon, Ben Affleck Praise the 'Fearlessness' of Jodie Comer in The Last Duel

Matt Damon, Ben Affleck Praise the 'Fearlessness' of Jodie Comer in The Last Duel

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The Last Duel: Movie Clip - Sir Jean

The Last Duel: Movie Clip - Sir Jean

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The Last Duel: Movie Clip - Hypocrite

The Last Duel: Movie Clip - Hypocrite

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The Last Duel: Featurette - Behind the Scenes

The Last Duel: Featurette - Behind the Scenes

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The Last Duel is a cinematic and thought-provoking drama set in the midst of the Hundred Years War that explores the ubiquitous power of men, the frailty of justice and the strength and courage of one woman willing to stand alone in the service of truth. Based on actual events, the film unravels long-held assumptions about France's last sanctioned duel between Jean de Carrouges and Jacques Le Gris, two friends turned bitter rivals. Carrouges is a respected knight known for his bravery and skill on the battlefield. Le Gris is a Norman squire whose intelligence and eloquence make him one of the most admired nobles in court. When Carrouges' wife, Marguerite, is viciously assaulted by Le Gris, a charge he denies, she refuses to stay silent, stepping forward to accuse her attacker, an act of bravery and defiance that puts her life in jeopardy. The ensuing trial by combat, a grueling duel to the death, places the fate of all three in God's hands.

Rating: R (Sexual Assault|Language|Sexual Content|Some Graphic Nudity|Strong Violence)
Genre: History, Drama
Original Language: English
Director: Ridley Scott
Producer: Ridley Scott, Kevin J. Walsh, Jennifer Fox, Nicole Holofcener
Writer: Nicole Holofcener, Ben Affleck, Matt Damon
Release Date (Theaters): Oct 15, 2021 wide
Release Date (Streaming): Nov 30, 2021
Box Office (Gross USA): $10.8M
Runtime: 2h 33m
Distributor: 20th Century Studios
Production Co: 20th Century Studios, Scott Free Productions, Pearl Street Films, TSG Entertainment
Sound Mix: Dolby Atmos
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

Cast & Crew

Matt Damon

Jean de Carrouges

Adam Driver

Jacques LeGris

Jodie Comer

Marguerite de Carrouges

Ben Affleck

Count Pierre d'Alençon

Marton Csokas

Crespin

Harriet Walter

Nicole de Buchard

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Critic Reviews for The Last Duel

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Audience Reviews for The Last Duel

Dec 05, 2021

The opening of The Last Duel harkens back to the first scene of one of my favorite movies of all time, Gladiator. We see two opposing armies face off on a dreary battlefield as a decapitated head signals the beginning of the end. Other than the fact that both movies are about a "protagonist" seeking revenge and redemption for a despicable act, the character and morale compasses of the male "heroes" couldn't be more different. Ultimately, it's about three different perspectives of the same events. More importantly, it's three points of view of the depiction of rape, a crime as heinous as murder, and a topic that modern filmmakers continue to try and fail to handle deftly (Last Night in Soho being the most recent example of a terrible portrayal). I've said this before and I'll say it again: as a Gen X male, I am not qualified to properly analyze or discuss this subject in detail. Matt Damon, Adam Driver, Judie Comer and Ben Affleck all put in excellent performances, but the standout by far is Comer. The only reason I kept watching Killing Eve as continued to spiral into mediocrity was for Judie Comer's quirky and charismatic assassin. She was also one of the best things about Free Guy. I think I could watch her painting a wall just to see how she subtly conveys emotion – the slight uplift of the corner of her mouth as she expresses amusement. But she displays a full range of emotions here, making you feel like more than a passive observer to the heinous act that is inflected upon her. The actual scene of the "last duel" is as brutal and visceral as it should be. And I have to admire Ridley Scott for his career stamina. At 84, he doesn't shy away from a difficult subject matter, and while everybody has been sheltering-at-home for the last 1.5 years, he' released two award-season contenders. He apparently took Dylan Thomas's poem to heart: "Do not go gentle into that good night, Old age should burn and rave at close of day; Rage, rage against the dying of the light.(x)

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Oct 17, 2021

Initially I wished the movie embraced a little more more ambiguity however that would likely rob the titular duel of its incredible tension and high stakes. Performances are good all around and I love that the whole thing is a total bummer.

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