Original 1977 - Harvey Keitel - The Duellists - Australian Daybill Poster"I knew a man who was stabbed to death by a woman; gave him the surprise of his life. I once knew a woman who was beaten to death by a man. I don't think it surprised her at all." The film is set in France during the Napoleonic Wars, specifically focusing on the period from 1800 to 1816. A trivial quarrel between d'Hubert and Feraud leads to a duel, which is the start of a cycle of repeated challenges and duels. The film explores themes of honor,