The Last Duel

The Last Duel is an epic and thought provoking historical drama set in the midst of the Hundred Years War. Ridley Scott explores the unquestioned power of men in Medieval Europe, the frailty of justice and, most of all, the strength and courage of one woman willing to stand alone in the quest for justice against seemingly impossible odds. The Last Duel is based on the 2004 book of the same name by Eric Jager, which is itself based on actual events surrounding the last sanctioned duel in France between Jean de Carrouges and Jacques le Gris, two friends and comrades in arms who became bitter rivals. Both have clashing personalities, Carrouges is a respected and martial knight renowned for his bravery and skill in battle. Le Gris is a squire whose intelligence and eloquence make him an admired noble in the court. When Carrouge’s wife, Margerite, is assaulted by Le Gris, a charge he denies, she refuses to stay silent and steps forward to ensure justice is done despite knowingly putting her life in jeopardy. The fate of all three are placed in God’s hands by the ensuing trial by combat.

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