The Duellists(1978)- User Reviews

This film, the first one from director Ridley Scott, is a rarity, because it has never been heard of. This film from the 1970s is like one of the new indipendent films of the day. "The Duellists" is an example of great directing, and perfect …more»

The Duellists is just another fantastic film directed by one of the 5 greatest directors of our era, Ridley Scott. The best thing about this film are the visuals. They're stunning. This movie is an example of how the camera alone (dialogue not …more»

This picture has what is missing in todays movies - story, wisdom, and lesson. The movie has more themes which all mix and culminate in the right ending. It's raw and strong. It is not what most of today's movies are: showy, tawdry, cheap and …more»

Ridley Scott filmed this gem on a mere $900,000 I'm told and came up with a perfect period piece. The costumes, the sets, the acting, the realism of everyday life in early 19th century France is superbly done. Carradine and Keitel are perfect and …more»

ONE of the ten best movies I have seen.

Beautiful setup shots, historical, beautiful uniforms, great story...what else can you say?more»

This film is a timepiece magnifique!!!! The acting of Carradine and Kietel is brilliant and subtle, capturing the reserved rage and to die for honor-bound and often pompous as well as eccentric traditions which were the core of the Napoleonic era military …more»