The Duellists
The Duellists (1977) is a war drama, directed by Ridley Scott. It stars Keith Carradine and Harvey Keitel. The 100-minute film holds an audience score of 7.2/10.
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What The Duellists Is About
Two officers in Napoleon's army fight a duel over a trivial insult. Then another, then another, across fifteen years, as the wars change around them. The film drains the reason of meaning early. Its interest is not the fighting but one man's refusal to let it go; with each meeting he remembers less clearly what he is fighting about. It is Ridley Scott's first feature, adapted from a Joseph Conrad story. The image, built from period painting, won a prize at Cannes. Who it's for: those who like slow, exact, visually careful period films. Who it's not for: viewers wanting sustained action; the duels are short and far apart.
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What is The Duellists about?
Two officers in Napoleon's army fight a duel over a trivial insult. Then another, then another, across fifteen years, as the wars change around them.
Where can I watch The Duellists?
The Duellists is available to watch on digital platforms such as fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, MGM Plus, Philo. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.
How long is The Duellists?
The Duellists runs for 100 minutes (1h 40m).
When did The Duellists come out?
The Duellists was released in 1977.
Who directed The Duellists?
The Duellists was directed by Ridley Scott.
Who stars in The Duellists?
The Duellists stars Keith Carradine, Harvey Keitel, Albert Finney, Edward Fox.
What is The Duellists's rating?
The Duellists holds 7.4/10 on IMDb and 7.2/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 74 out of 100.
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