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Ben Affleck and Matt Damon say ‘The Last Duel’ is a feminist movie
Ben Affleck and Matt Damon have proudly declared The Last Duel to be a feminist film.Based on the titular 2004 book by Eric Jager, the film – directed by Ridley Scott, with Affleck and Damon writing, producing and starring – is based on the true story of the last medieval trial by combat.Set in 14th century France, the story follows a duel between Jean de Carrouges (Damon) and Jacques Le Gris (Adam Driver), after the latter rapes the former’s wife, Marguerite de Carrouges (Jodie Comer).Take a look at the film’s trailer below:In a press conference at the Venice Film Festival, shortly before The Last Duel was screened for the first time, Affleck was asked to share his thoughts around topics of consent and toxic masculinity.