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France's Last Duel: A Woman's Fight for Truth
29 Jan
Summary
- A 1386 duel in medieval France determined truth through combat.
- Jodie Comer portrays Marguerite, whose accusation ignites the conflict.
- The film explores events from three distinct, revealing perspectives.
Ridley Scott's 2021 historical drama plunges viewers into the brutal realities of medieval France, centering on the nation's final official duel. This 1386 trial by combat was a stark legal battle where accusations were settled through lethal force, with dire consequences for all involved.
The narrative unfolds through three distinct perspectives, offering a layered view of the events. Matt Damon embodies Carrouges, who champions his wife Marguerite's honor. Adam Driver plays Le Gris, the man accused of rape. The most impactful account comes from Jodie Comer as Marguerite, whose testimony is critical and damning.
Under the logic of judicial combat, Marguerite's fate, and that of her husband, hinges on the duel's outcome. Should her accusation be deemed false, her husband will perish in combat, and she will face execution. This gripping 152-minute film explores themes of betrayal, vengeance, and truth in a world where honor was literally fought for.
