The Duellists

"Fencing is a science. Loving is a passion. Duelling is an obsession."

Jan 13 1978 PG 1h 40m
Drama, War

In 1800, as Napoleon Bonaparte rises to power in France, a rivalry erupts between Armand and Gabriel, two lieutenants in the French Army, over a perceived insult. For over a decade, they engage in a series of duels amidst larger conflicts, including the failed French invasion of Russia in 1812, and shifts in the political and social systems of Europe.

Plot

Set during the grand, sweeping Napoleonic age, an officer in the French army insults another officer and sets off a life-long enmity. The two officers, D'Hubert and Feraud, cross swords time and time again in an attempt to achieve justice and preserve their honor.

Written by

Gerald Vaughan-Hughes, Joseph Conrad

Directed by

Ridley Scott

Cast

Keith Carradine, Harvey Keitel, Albert Finney

Crew

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Production Countries

United Kingdom

Production Companies

Paramount, Enigma Productions

Languages

English

Awards

Nominated for 2 BAFTA 2 wins & 4 nominations total

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