I loved this movie. Went in not having seen any press, media or opinions about. Never read the book, either, I might have to on this one. Just thinking what an odd title. I personally loved the way the story was told in 3 parts. I've seen reviews that say the parts tell the same story and that couldn't be further from the truth.

The controversy I believe is the 3rd chapter. The point of view not written in history books but one that has been lived out by millions of women. I hope there was some kind of warning because I can see this being triggering for anyone who's suffered a sexual assault. And it a good example on how people view themselves.

Having the movie open with the duel I think was a good choice. Making it more intense once you know all that's at stake. I think I held my breathe through the entire scene.

Then I have only one thing to say: Read the book by Eric Jager! And I don't know if it's mentioned in the movie, but this was the last time a trial by duel was held in France. That explains the title. The book will tell you all about the background and the judicial system in medieval France.
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SantanaMaitreya said:

I've been listening to some thing reading the trail letters and I'm guessing some diaries of these events which tells so much especially concerning chapters 1 & 2 of the movie.