Review of The Duellists (1977) by Victor M — 01 Dec 2013

Superb performances and stunning photography. Great movie.

This review of The Duellists (1977) was written by Victor M on 01 Dec 2013.

The Duellists has generally received very positive reviews.

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I LOVE D'Hubert! And loved the ending! Wonderful movie. The next best Barry Lyndon. :)…

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By Mike L (1,553) on 04 Nov 2013

Story of obsession. Story of passion. Visually perfect. Pleasure in rhythm. Very poetic. Must see…

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By Edgar C (1,352) on 04 Dec 2012

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By Trevor W (293) on 21 Oct 2015

A film with absolutely stunning cinematography and good acting, this film is way too boring with predictable plot points and a poor attempt…

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By Roger T (757) on 04 Dec 2012

Ridley scott's fantastic first feature film, which was inspired by kubrick's barry lyndon…

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By Mark Chalon Smith (16) for Los Angeles Times (12,977) on 02 Jun 2012

Scott gets strong performances from his supporting cast (Quick is sensual and effective) and is able to salvage the movie through the alchemy…

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By Matt M (2,511) on 31 Jan 2013

Back in the mid seventies Ridley Scott shot a simple period drama about a pair of Napoleon army men who are never able to finish their duel…

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By Fong K (647) on 28 Dec 2017

I can't believe this is Ridley's first movie. Already from the beginning, it draws you in with a sword battle…

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By Douglas L (748) on 25 Jul 2014

Ridley Scott's first feature film is a little masterpiece on it's own…

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By Richard T. Jameson (72) for Parallax View (176) on 24 Mar 2013

one of the most strikingly pictorial movies ever made…

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