The Last Duel (2021)

About The Last Duel

The Last Duel is a 2021 historical drama film directed by Ridley Scott. The film is set in Medieval France and is based on the book "The Last Duel: A True Story of Trial by Combat in Medieval France" by Eric Jager. The plot revolves around a dispute between knights Jean de Carrouges and Jacques Le Gris. When Jean de Carrouges' wife, Marguerite, accuses Le Gris of raping her, the matter is settled by a duel to the death.

Making / Production

Ridley Scott directed the film from a screenplay by Nicole Holofcener, Ben Affleck, and Matt Damon. The film was shot in various locations across France and Ireland, aiming to capture the essence of the 14th-century setting. A meticulous level of detail went into the production design to recreate the period accurately.

Actors

• Matt Damon - Jean de Carrouges: Matt Damon embodies the role of Carrouges, showcasing a stern and determined character dealing with a personal crisis.
• Adam Driver - Jacques Le Gris: Driver plays the controversial figure of Le Gris with a smooth charm that emphasizes the complexity of his character.
• Jodie Comer - Marguerite de Carrouges: Comer delivers an empowering performance as Marguerite, portraying a woman standing up against the injustices she faces.
• Ben Affleck - Pierre d'Alençon: Affleck provides a captivating performance as the sly and influential Count Pierre d'Alençon.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• This was the first film Matt Damon and Ben Affleck co-wrote since their award-winning "Good Will Hunting."
• The film recreates the last judiciary duel fought in France.

Quotes

• “I say before all of you, I spoke the truth!” - Marguerite de Carrouges
• “A most unspeakable charge has been brought against you” – Pierre d'Alençon to Le Gris
• "The accusation is false." - Jacques Le Gris

Music, Soundtrack

• The music of ‘The Last Duel’ has been composed by the maestro Harry Gregson-Williams. His work greatly enhances the emotion and tension of the narrative.