Saturday, January 15, 2022
The Last Duel
Based on true events, one knight accuses another knight of raping his wife & appeals his case to highest court in 1387 France. This is a detailed period piece dressed up with fantastic costumes & amazing backdrops that will convincingly send you back to that time. Candlelights & huge fireplaces help set the mood in those drafty cold castle rooms. See how noblemen lived & struggled during those harsh times with some insights to medieval science, religion, law & order. The film runs around 2.5 hours long; told in 3 chapters: His Side, Her Side, & the Accused Side. Each reveals a little more. Matt Damon, Adam Driver, & Ben Affleck have major roles. An intense fight to the finish highlights the conclusion.
Alien gives it 3 “throw down the glove” stars out of 4.
