Parental Rating: R (Restricted. Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.)
➱ STORYLINE:
Released in 2021, "The Last Duel" is a gripping historical drama set in medieval France, based on the true story of the last legally sanctioned duel in the country's history. The film centers on the conflict between Knight Jean de Carrouges and Squire Jacques Le Gris, two friends turned bitter rivals, after Carrouges' wife, Marguerite, accuses Le Gris of assault. Directed by Ridley Scott, the film explores themes of justice, honor, and the societal treatment of women, unfolding the narrative through multiple perspectives to reveal the complex truth behind the duel.
➱ STAFF REVIEW:
Ridley Scott's "The Last Duel" is a meticulously crafted film that combines the intensity of a medieval epic with a powerful commentary on truth and perspective. Matt Damon, Adam Driver, Jodie Comer, and Ben Affleck deliver compelling performances, with Comer's portrayal of Marguerite standing out as the emotional core of the film. The narrative's Rashomon-style structure offers a fresh approach to historical storytelling, engaging the audience in its moral complexities. "The Last Duel" is not only a visually stunning spectacle but also a thought-provoking examination of the timeless issues of power, honor, and justice.
➱ CREDITS:
Directed by: Ridley Scott
Written by:
- Nicole Holofcener
- Ben Affleck
- Matt Damon
Starring:
- Matt Damon as Jean de Carrouges
- Adam Driver as Jacques Le Gris
- Jodie Comer as Marguerite de Carrouges
- Ben Affleck as Pierre d'Alençon
Produced by:
- Ridley Scott
- Kevin J. Walsh
- Jennifer Fox
- Nicole Holofcener
- Matt Damon
- Ben Affleck
Production Companies:
- 20th Century Studios
- Pearl Street Films
- Scott Free Productions
Cinematography: Dariusz Wolski
Edited by:
- Claire Simpson
Music by: Harry Gregson-Williams
Distributed by: 20th Century Studios
Release date: October 15, 2021
Run Time: 2hr 32min
Country:
- United States
- United Kingdom
Languages:
- English
Budget: $100 million (estimated)
Box office: $30.6 million
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