Ben Affleck, Matt Damon & Nicole Holofcener Break Down 'The Last Duel' Script

Ben Affleck, Matt Damon & Nicole Holofcener Break Down 'The Last Duel' Script | Vanity Fair

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Ben Affleck, Matt Damon, and writer Nicole Holofcener take us through the script they wrote for 'The Last Duel.’ Line by line, they explain their writing processes from first to final draft.
"The Last Duel" releases October 15.
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@emilylyons9007 2 жыл бұрын

This movie was incredible. Really disappointing that it didn’t attract an audience. Jodie Comer is amazing and deserves all the awards.

@moviefan700 2 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately in the current superhero movies era, grown up movies like The Last Duel aren't in demand. I'm glad I watched it.

@emilylyons9007 2 жыл бұрын

@@moviefan700 I know. I’m one of those people that love all film genres. I like superhero movies but I also like movies like this one that are serious and about real life. It seems like a-lot of people aren’t as diverse in regards to their film interest these days.

@priyachoudhary9896 2 жыл бұрын

@@moviefan700 pretty sure it was the lack of advertising that fox did... Fox has always been a lot backhanded on promotions now

@crazydirtyml 2 жыл бұрын

@@moviefan700 The branding or brand management of superhero movies are at its apotheosis for the last decade or a score. Hard to beat this superhero monopoly like EDM/Hip-Hop in music(I mean both superhero movies & EDM/Hip-Hop music are amazing but the other genre's in their domain largely get ignored).

@moviefan700 2 жыл бұрын

@@crazydirtyml Exactly. The other movies being ignored is the problem

@behradbeh 2 жыл бұрын

You never fully realise how big Batfleck really is in real life until he is standing next to other people.

@puneet9234 2 жыл бұрын

I mean Ben and matt have a nice 5-6 inches difference

@ashishuikey5870 2 жыл бұрын

I'll never be able to forget what Henry Cavill said about Ben while working during BvS when an interviewer ask him about his physicality and dude straight away said "Ben is a large man" and we can see that here.

@lazerbeam6746 2 жыл бұрын

Ben is even taller than Henry Cavill

@pithicusthen554 2 жыл бұрын

@@lazerbeam6746 Ben is MUCH taller then henry

@NorbiGaming 2 жыл бұрын

Ben is 192 cm tall

@togepi2023 2 жыл бұрын

Jodie really just delivers those lines to perfection, wow

@crubbythebeagle57 2 жыл бұрын

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@nikkihoran9204 2 жыл бұрын

Guys, don't sleep on THE LAST DUEL. It’s a really great movie, you won’t regret watching it

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@yungpapi 2 жыл бұрын

Ridely Scott u aint slick

@har5814 2 жыл бұрын

Hope more people really watch great movies.

@thomasmcginnis7526 2 жыл бұрын

I regret watching it. So you're wrong

@steveconn 2 жыл бұрын

@@thomasmcginnis7526 Where's the fork to stick in it.

@elhopper3735 2 жыл бұрын

This is one of the greatest films I’ve seen in a very long time. Everyone knocked it out of the park, including Jodie and Matt who were clearly the standouts. It deserves to be seen by everyone-you won’t regret watching this!

@CashanovaXTREME 2 жыл бұрын

I agree, one of the best medieval films I’ve seen since Kingdom of Heaven in 2005.

@Charles-ij1ow 2 жыл бұрын

It's a viewpoint of the 1300's through the lens of a woke feminist in 2021, no wonder it bombed

@Sarahbway19 2 жыл бұрын

While this movie may not be for everyone, it's message most certainly is. This film would have lost it's power entirely had this screenplay been written in any other way. Beautiful film, mesmerizing acting, and incredible directing. See it in theaters, you won't regret it.

@Shorjok 2 жыл бұрын

"the message" was the worst part by far about this film. heavy handed feminist nonsense that is a character assassination on the historical figure of jean de carrouges

@Bjjbhcoa86 2 жыл бұрын

@@Shorjok widen your horizon please, feminism is needed for every individual in this world.

@Shorjok 2 жыл бұрын

@@Bjjbhcoa86 feminism is cancer. i only realised that -after- widening my horizons.

@Bjjbhcoa86 2 жыл бұрын

@@Shorjok No, it really isn't. It is just about equality. Anything that is done in the name of it that contradicts that, is simply not in favour of it.

@xxwhispersxx2856 2 жыл бұрын

They were smart getting Nicole, knowing they would not be able to give Margarite the proper POV that she needed.

@madcyborg1822 2 жыл бұрын

It's a feminist movie

@simonriley4131 2 жыл бұрын

@@madcyborg1822 so? Lmao

@glassfireactual9207 2 жыл бұрын

I think she did right by it. People tend to gloss over Marg in this story.

@madcyborg1822 2 жыл бұрын

@@simonriley4131 modern feminism is basically trying to make women superior to men, that is not okay. This movie took a story and made it a woke movie about toxic masculinity. Ridley Scott is in general an idiot, so I'm not surprised that he went woke. I'm glad no one cares about this trash movie.

@idontgetlaidbut 2 жыл бұрын

@@madcyborg1822 you are blinded by your ignorance

@margauxmilan 2 жыл бұрын

Jodie is so beautiful in the movie, she delivered a terrific performance

@atomsofstardust 2 жыл бұрын

Nicole is so sweet, I wish there was an extended version of this video where she’d talk more about her screenwriting approach!

@punyam6913 2 жыл бұрын

Link of that video , pls

@thadude765 2 жыл бұрын

the ironic part is, she barely got to talk in this video. Just like the character she wrote for

@ktoth29 2 жыл бұрын

I liked the simple language they used, it was evocative of the French language even though the dialogue was in English; and that was a more original choice than just having everyone speak with British accents when they are supposed to be speaking medieval Norman.

@mexiaznann 2 жыл бұрын

This film was breathtaking - Ben & Matt are so talented & I love that Nicole was brought on to this project to offer a different perspective

@xchristinex001 2 жыл бұрын

Everyone go see this movie in theatres, it's an incredible film, never seen anything like it! Phenomenal acting, loved the story structure.

@JoeHuman 2 жыл бұрын

Ben's final sentiment is the TRUTH. It isn't enough to pursue what you love, you must pursue it surrounded by love.

@Watchdog505 2 жыл бұрын

This has been a shockingly underrated film. Folk's DON'T miss it! It tells a gripping tale and forces you to question everything and everyone in the story in a way no story like this has. 👍👍

@ADavid42 2 жыл бұрын

The boys are nervous. They took a big risk. The movie itself is a masterpiece; but it's not a people pleaser in any way, it challenges power, and as Big Media becomes an industrial monopoly, we can expect more 'blockbuster fast-food' and less of the 'finer things in life'. That's what indy is for.

@jesuswesleyramirez4165 2 жыл бұрын

Exactly, the comments like to point at superhero movies as to why it failed at the box office. But this people pleaser media used to be in the shape of a heist, western, thrillers, and fictional biopics. I couldn't agree more as to the job indies have to be less of a crowd pleaser film.

@Charles-ij1ow 2 жыл бұрын

It's a viewpoint of the 1300's through the lens of a woke feminist in 2021, no wonder it bombed

@jesuswesleyramirez4165 2 жыл бұрын

@@Charles-ij1ow lol get a grip charlie

@drakashrakenburgproduction5369 2 жыл бұрын

@@Charles-ij1ow clown

@Charles-ij1ow 2 жыл бұрын

@@drakashrakenburgproduction5369 You too in the left too see it or troll'n? Or, am I wrong and the film was a big success? That was it, it was a smash hit huh. You still backing this movie or ya lost in the woods still?

@alexfortin 2 жыл бұрын

This movie is a must-watch! Highly recommend!

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@denisdaly1708 2 жыл бұрын

Agree

@highonsleep4219 2 жыл бұрын

more script breakdowns i beg you! I need these as a beginner screenwriter/director.

@laurieblue8258 2 жыл бұрын

In a perfect world Jodie Comer would get all the attention, recognition, and praises she deserves for her subtle, nuanced, poignant, utterly brilliant and beautiful performance in 'The Last Duel'. It's a crime how much she's been overlooked this award season.

@ThePauseMenuVlog Жыл бұрын

The industry needs more videos like this. Lessons to teach, explanations of why certain things happen, techniques and experiences to express and show off. This is such a lovely video

@tiffsaver Жыл бұрын

EXCELLENT SCRIPT, and this was perhaps Affleck's best acting... ever. Surprisingly good.

@FinancialShinanigan 2 жыл бұрын

Y'all did Ben dirty with that thumbnail lol

@Brian_Boru 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant video! Every facet of this film is top notch. Real quality on display. Support it in the theater. I'm so glad I saw it on the silver screen and I'd love to see it again. Powerful stuff.

@Eserr7856 2 жыл бұрын

One of my favorite movies of the year! The action is raw and visceral and the drama is truly compelling! Amazing performances by Ben, Matt. Jodi, and Adam. 👏👏

@BeantownYid86 2 жыл бұрын

More of these! Fantastic insight into a method that the audience really knows nothing about thank you!

@Infernalhermit 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent film, had me gripped all the way through. And those fight scenes! Visceral AF.

@StephenDruesedow 2 жыл бұрын

Such a great project! Kudos to everyone involved. I enjoyed so many aspects of this film, and ultimately the fine lines and questions that arise after taking it in to be genius.

@liliman-moli615 2 жыл бұрын

this movie is a good adaptation. However, The most disturbing thing about all the medieval drama was that it can apply to modern days... When I finished to watch the movie I had this weird feeling that sociaty doesn't change anything in woman's rights, it's been 700 years since.

@2coldoutside 2 жыл бұрын

Completely agree.

@KosakiJag 2 жыл бұрын

It's definitely the point of the movie.

@kaphamenskendee7428 2 жыл бұрын

@@KosakiJag it's defintely not supposed be the point. I am a historian so I can read between the lines quite well. But what is more plausible is that the point is to show how far women have come in society that they were once not even a free person but a thing a man owned and could do with as he pleases just as u see with Jean. How ignorant and pridefull he is towards fighting jacques while thinking of his wife as his own and not really thinking of his wife and kid. But I would not say women have not come very far within the past 700 years😂😂. I am sorry but thats just a joke. Maybe 100 years ago u could have made that statement... that in 600 years they haven't come very far. Then I would say u are right...

@KosakiJag 2 жыл бұрын

@@kaphamenskendee7428 Just look what is happening in Afghanistan right now

@rrrrr767 2 жыл бұрын

Thats what Scott was trying to do showing us a social issue thats been around for centuries and yet today we havent found a way to erradicate

@carteraakhus5242 2 жыл бұрын

This movie was great. Looking forward to seeing it again.

@gauthamarumugam8720 2 жыл бұрын

It was such an experience...a true storytelling...excellent performances and phenomenal writing. I can't figure out how people unnoticed this gem, go watch it people

@lucone2767 2 жыл бұрын

I remember project Greenlight with Ben and Matt.. just great insights in to the world of filmmaking trying to help the younger generations of creators. Thanks guys for making a difference.

@davidecolin 2 жыл бұрын

Jodie outshined everyone in this.

@ferrer985 Жыл бұрын

The fact that this movie did not get the attention it deserves is just a crime

@samkutcher 2 жыл бұрын

i caught myself holding my breath during the end of the movie, just amazing!

@lukebohn3313 2 жыл бұрын

Such a shame it flopped at the box office. I really enjoyed this movie, and most that did watch enjoyed it. I don't know what went wrong in the marketing, but all involved in this should be proud of the final product.

@moochie5 2 жыл бұрын

Disney dropped the ball. Bad next to nothing marketing

@trumplostlol5281 2 жыл бұрын

There was no marketing, idk why

@wisco9er536 2 жыл бұрын

It was because the marketing promoted it as a woke movie and most of the general movie goers and film enthusiasts are conservative, not liberal. It's a shame, because this film was great.

@accountnotfound4209 2 жыл бұрын

@@wisco9er536 conservatives hate Hollywood. Every movie is woke to them.

@Chimera07 2 жыл бұрын

I traveled 120 KM to watch the first show, loved it.

@williamthomasberk6557 2 жыл бұрын

Who's Nicole Holofcener's mother? *checks Wikipedia* Carol Joffe, a set decorator with two Oscar nominations. Yeah, she seems like a good person to go to for feedback on a script.

@crazydirtyml 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! Did not know that! Talented individuals in a talented family

@marianahernandez4679 2 жыл бұрын

Looks like I’m also going to be burned at the stake if thinking Adam Driver is hot is all it takes

@ktoth29 2 жыл бұрын

I'm still confused whether Adam Driver is actually hot or if that's just a meme I don't get.

@accountnotfound4209 2 жыл бұрын

@@ktoth29 Adam driver is hit that's a fact

@williamdillard5060 2 жыл бұрын

Great movie. Ridley Scott uses a kind of darkness. It's so good to see Affleck and Damon back writing and acting together. I hope more is yet to come.

@laniemon 2 жыл бұрын

Waiting for the film to be released where I'm at. Love the book the film based on and by all I've seen so far the film is doing justice to the source materials.

@lovepeace230 2 жыл бұрын

What a great movie. Nobody's perfect and everything is subjective.

@RG615 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing movie....loved it! Thanks guys. 👍✌🙏

@queenoffingdarkness 2 жыл бұрын

If you love Ridley Scott epics like Robin Hood and Gladiator (2 of my very favorites) then you will love this movie. If you like Jane Austen books and movies, you will love this film. If you like costume dramas you will love this film. It is really really good

@HungryTacoBoy 2 жыл бұрын

I just watched this movie last night. I strongly recommend you all see this film. It's a brutal film that resonates with modern audiences.

@afonsolucas2219 2 жыл бұрын

As soon as the film premiere in my country, I’ll go watch it! Really looking forward to it!

@MrFawiggles Жыл бұрын

Thoughtful, intelligent, well spoken, talented people. Thank you.

@erudite6640 2 жыл бұрын

This is an amazing film and to see the collaboration between writers, actors, and directors is truly fascinating. Jodie Comer gave a stellar performance. I saw it with a friend on Christmas and it was quite a treat.

@ThePauseMenuVlog Жыл бұрын

The amount of insider knowledge here is incredible. Thank you!

@geoafe66 2 жыл бұрын

The Tender Bar and The Last Dual were great !!

@ari2131 2 жыл бұрын

Can’t wait to see it!

@bruhmagic1323 2 жыл бұрын

I wish more people saw this movie. It was truly great!

@BillNeilan 2 жыл бұрын

I just experienced this movie the other night and loved it! It’s one of those find yourself thinking about days later.

@Amiinfocusyt 2 жыл бұрын

I saw this last night. Thoroughly enjoyed it !

@chasehedges6775 2 жыл бұрын

It looks awesome. Can’t wait when it comes out on Amazon Prime or HBO MAX

@gloriousg 2 жыл бұрын

That was way too short and Nicole didn’t talk much.

@EJD339 2 жыл бұрын

She’s normally a very shy person during interviews. She is a writer after all. Lol

@m.i.a3532 2 жыл бұрын

Such a dope film.

@conorbrosnahan5464 2 жыл бұрын

Ridley Scott directed it guys.

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@shadowxp86 2 жыл бұрын

I'm really really sad knowing such a masterpiece film bombed. I hope more people watch this film coz not many directors willing to make this kind of film nowadays. Less CGI, more practical effect, excellent dialogues and performances. It makes me sad. The Last Duel definitely my top ten films of 2021.

@David0Perez0 2 жыл бұрын

How ridiculous times we live that people go in masses to watch wonder woman as an example of what a brave woman should be and pass on a real story of a real brave woman that nobody knows about

@johnyricco1220 2 жыл бұрын

I loved it, but I think the cinematography missed a trick by shooting this movie in a muted color through out. How cool would it have been if the three parts had different color tones? For example if Act I was washed out, Act II was vibrant, Act III in natural lighting. It would underscore Damon as the oaf, Driver as the charmer, and Comer as the clear eyed.

@hugh-jasole 2 жыл бұрын

not a horrendous idea. kinda obvious though.

@esock2001 Жыл бұрын

Nah lol

@gandalfstormcrow7943 10 ай бұрын

You forgot they could use yellow tint when they go to Mexico.

@silvicola6881 2 жыл бұрын

I would pay gold to read this script!

@davidnavarro4821 2 жыл бұрын

Blockbuster scripts end up online pretty fast when the movie’s released.

@ephraimalbertbelnap 2 жыл бұрын

It was an EXCELLENT film.

@sun131089 2 жыл бұрын

Also don’t miss the duelist ridleys superb first film

@orkhanhasanov1922 2 жыл бұрын

Carrouges was not self absorbed, he was a man of his time

@nerezza6517 2 жыл бұрын

Nahhh he was self absorbed

@willmclaren65 2 жыл бұрын

Very exciting to find out they worked on the screenplay when the credits rolled. Very solid flick. Freakin box office tho. I hope there is some justice come awards season

@thembelandesi4741 Жыл бұрын

Excellent film. Enjoyed it immensely.

@opintensify 2 жыл бұрын

Just watched it. Freaking amazing film!!

@wonhyuk86 Жыл бұрын

Lol, I was right in my assumption that Ben initially was supposed to play Adam's character in the film but was changed. 😅 Anyways, this was such an incredible film!!! The set was amazing, the direction, the action/battle scenes, the idea of different perspectives, and the incredible performances by the casts!!! Really sad that it didn't get the recognition it deserved to have, particularly in theaters as well. Go watch it if you can through streaming platforms!

@reshmilanawar2540 2 жыл бұрын

Can't wait to watch this movie! Both Ben Affleck and Matt Damon are incredibly talented.

@bettyg9707 2 жыл бұрын

This was so good. I just turned it on to keep me a company while I fold the clothes. Ch1, half of the clothes folded; ch2, only half of the clothes folded; ch3, I am mesmerized and observed in the story that I forgot all about anything else. Just watch it please. It's very good!

@bigbadwolf4845 2 жыл бұрын

amazing movie, great screenplay!

@tonyk4447 2 жыл бұрын

this movie is absolutely epic in every way

@vielplaysdagames2298 2 жыл бұрын

One of the best movies I’ve seen in a very long time

@treeseer1573 2 жыл бұрын

I’m so lucky to be a woman born in this day and age. What women had to go through back then is tragic

@achxienmecker6519 2 жыл бұрын

You are so Handsome😍😍😍and looking Hot 🔥🔥🔥Ben Affleck

@luciaedithcastro 2 жыл бұрын

This is such a great movie!

@synth1288 2 жыл бұрын

Movie was something we hardly see nowadays. Great film.

@NomeCultJoe 2 жыл бұрын

this insight into the writing process was more interesting than any interview or question asked by any lame basic reporter!

@hopelesstryband 2 жыл бұрын

One of the best films last year. Really didn't get the recognition it deserves.

@gracebazar 2 жыл бұрын

such a great movie

@therunkumar 2 жыл бұрын

Released yesterday in India and I completely enjoyed the journey, those subtle changes in narration reveal what these characters really are and their inner voices. What an excellently written, brilliantly produced movie. Ridley Scott is truly a master in directing the genre.

@tommyhardman8883 Жыл бұрын

matt demon,adam driver and jodie comer all deserve oscar for this movie. one of the best movie in a very long time

@wheresmyeyebrow1608 2 жыл бұрын

This movie was so good!

@haraldisdead 2 жыл бұрын

Incredible film.

@tamatera 2 жыл бұрын

Cute conversation between friends

@KienDLuu 2 жыл бұрын

3rd act is the best part of the film.

@CAnnino054 2 жыл бұрын

This movie certainly did and excellent job making you uncomfortable in the theatre. Though I think I may be one of the only people to have watched it in theaters 😂

@juanpablonunez7042 2 жыл бұрын

Once of the best films I have ever scene. Go and watch it in theatres!

@traceylee5674 2 жыл бұрын

Took me a minute before I realized the King’s cousin is played by Ben Affleck. Good job sir!

@Osceanix 2 жыл бұрын

Wish I could see this.

@gothamsgeordie9577 2 жыл бұрын

Very interesting video, great movie too. More people should support it

@HANIRAQ 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you thank you thank you.

@denisdaly1708 2 жыл бұрын

A brilliant movie. I just watched it last night. A shame it was affected by the pandemic

@wwaxwork 2 жыл бұрын

I can't wait to see this. Love everyone involved as they are all so talented so it should be great.

@GilangD21 2 жыл бұрын

3:17 i think that would actually amplify the story though, because in it, le gris and carrouges started as a good friend.

@thomashooper9148 2 жыл бұрын

Was a good movie, thanks guys!

@allthatjazz9000 3 ай бұрын

Bought the dvd on eBay

@themcmexchange2938 2 жыл бұрын

The film is a Masterpiece , I believe the reason why this film wasn't a success at the box office was because of its subject matter , but if you've seen the film it's so much more than that , the last duel was also up against other big tentpole films like Venom let their be carnage , Halloween kills , No time to die at the box office and audiences picked what they were familiar with even if those films are terrible , I Also think age demographics had a role to play with the box office , younger audiences are seeing films at the cinema where as older audiences are still hesitant because of covid , I hope that with time the last duel becomes a cult classic because it really is great

@Charles-ij1ow 2 жыл бұрын

It's a viewpoint of the 1300's through the lens of a woke feminist in 2021, no wonder it bombed