The Last Duel

In 14th-century France, Marguerite de Carrouges accuses her husband's former friend, Jacques Le Gris, of assaulting her. The accusation leads to a trial by combat, the last sanctioned duel in French history, between Jean de Carrouges and Jacques Le Gris, with the fate of their lives and the truth resting on the outcome.

The Last Duel received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised Ridley Scott's direction, the performances of the cast (particularly Jodie Comer), and the film's immersive historical setting. However, the film underperformed at the box office, leading to discussions about its narrative structure and market appeal.

• A visually stunning and well-acted historical drama with a compelling, if lengthy, narrative.

• Jodie Comer's performance as Marguerite is a standout, offering a nuanced perspective on the events.

• While the film's three-part structure effectively highlights differing perspectives, some found its pacing uneven.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's historical accuracy, strong performances, and engaging story. Some viewers noted that the runtime felt long at times, but most found the resolution and the examination of differing viewpoints to be thought-provoking.

Nominated for 4 Critics' Choice Television Awards, including Best Actress for Jodie Comer.

The film was shot entirely on location in Ireland and Hungary, with parts of the medieval French setting recreated using digital effects and historical reconstructions.