The Last Duel

The film retells the story of France's last trial by combat, focusing on the events leading up to it from the distinct perspectives of three different characters. Marguerite de Carrouges stands alone in the face of a treacherous court when her accusation against her husband's former friend is dismissed. She bravely chooses to appeal to the King of France to permit a trial by combat.

The Last Duel received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised Ridley Scott's direction, the performances of the cast, and the film's nuanced exploration of perspective and truth in the face of historical injustice. However, the film underperformed at the box office.

• Praised for its ambitious narrative structure and compelling performances, particularly from Jodie Comer.

• Ridley Scott's direction effectively captures the grim atmosphere of medieval France.

• The film's exploration of differing perspectives on a single event is thought-provoking.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's historical setting and strong performances, finding the multi-perspective approach to be an engaging way to explore the narrative. Some viewers found the pacing to be a bit slow in parts.

Nominated for Best Costume Design at the 94th Academy Awards.

The duel scene was filmed over two days in the freezing cold, with the actors enduring realistic, though safe, combat conditions.