The Last Duel

The Last Duel is a sophisticated historical drama that uses a Rashomon-style narrative structure to tell the story of the last legally sanctioned duel in medieval France. The film examines the same events from three different perspectives, highlighting the subjective nature of truth and the systemic oppression of women in the Middle Ages. It is a sharp, well-acted, and thought-provoking film that showcases Scotts ability to handle complex, multi-layered narratives. While it didn't find a massive audience in theaters, it is a critically acclaimed work that deserves more attention.