Keith's recollection of the production of this film was so eloquent and to the point. As if they just wrapped filming it. Very humble and offering high praise to his craft, coworkers and production crew. You'd be hard pressed to find a modern actor that could come across as genuine and articulate as Keith. Truly a master performer.
What a very nice way to put it Mr. "Trucking to Please"! I do agree 100% with you. The whole cast was magnificent and I think this was Riddley Scott's finest film ever. The incredibly beautiful photography and the atmospheric effects remind me of "Barry Lyndon"
The Duellists is, as has often been said, a masterpiece. For me, pretty much flawless. Napoleon is not a patch on it. Having seen it once, I have no desire to see it again. I've watched The Duellists once a year since I first saw it on BBC2, in the early 1980s. I will continue to do so.
As a narrative I did not feel it was particularly strong. But in the visual aspect, I concur it was as if it were a classic painting brought to motion. Kieth mentioned sumptuous, a very apropos word.
Funny.. I just saw making of Barry Lyndon, and wrote there is only one other movie that has captured the period, as it is. It's frame by frame almost a picture as we see the pictures were made in the time it's depicted.
By coincidence the same actress plays the girl friend of Harvey Keitel in the opening of "Duellists" and Ryan O Neil's in the opening of "Barry Lyndon"
His entire family were so well-trained and disciplined as actors, starting with the amazing father, John Carridine. I love watching Walter Hill's "The Long Riders" to see the Carradines as the Cole brothers, the Keach boys as the James brothers, the Quaids as the Millers and the Guest sons as the Ford brothers. Perfect casting for the James-Younger Gang.
At the time this came out , I was beginning training as an academic fencer, so I went to see it. This was also before I also became an actor, which I eventually performed many roles onstage with blades. Now, when I watch this film, it means so much more to me and this documentary simply blew me away. My gratitude for showing this is never ending.
This film is a hidden gem, but you have to be a very particular sort of viewer to really enjoy it. It's definitely not a casual popcorn date night movie.
I don't even think you need to be a "history buff" to enjoy it but it certainly helps to know certain details especially when it comes to specific events like the harrowing retreat from Russia.
@@squamish4244 That is so cringe I can't believe you really just said that. I bet you go out of your way to tell ppl you're a "history buff" when really you just know basic shit everyone should know.
@@rudolphschmidt313 I just meant that people who like history are probably going to appreciate the film the most. Jesus Christ, take a chill pill Rudolph.
One of the BEST Ridley Scott films. I bought it on VHS because I SO loved ALIEN and BLADE RUNNER... And I LOVED it. If you love Scott, you really, really. REALLY need to see this. Almost half a century later, it remains one of Scott's very best movies.
Whenever there’s another remake of “Three Musketeers” everybody knows who wrote the book. Such great story as the one told in “The Duelists” also deserves to mention the creator of the original novel. Without his talent and ability to masterfully use English, which was not his native language, without his legendary attention to detail, there would be one masterpiece of cinematography less. The story was researched and written by none other than Joseph Conrad aka Józef Korzeniowski. Great story chosen by great director certainly led here to choosing the right cast and crew. And then to abundance of truly artistic results.
The accomplishments of Ridley Scott just boggles the mind! To showcase such a masterpiece as your entry into the world of cinematography shows very clearly that one is in the presence of genius! Even now (2023) at the age of 85 he is still in top form presenting a new film almost every two years. He has almost 30 films to his name and everyone has been stunning!
Keith Carradine is one of the best, under-appreciated actors out there. I’d like to see more of his talent shown these days. He’s always been an amazing man, kind and well-spoken. I’d love to see him in the new Amazon production for Warhammer 40,000, along with Henry Cavill.
I think he's a good judge of scripts - he seems to almost always be in good films. I can only remember once seeing him in a bad film, can't remember what it was. Another reliable indicator is John Cusack - if he's in it it will be worth watching.
First saw it by chance in HBO in 1984 in my hotel in Charleston, SC, while waiting for my military flight to Germany the next day. I was back then an army captain. This film is in one word, “glorious”. Hardly found in streaming services anymore so I bough my own copy. Looking as a big budget film and being the opposite, it is a great example of mastery of film making by one of the top film directors of all time. A CLASSIC!🎉
Veteran actor Keith Carradine was superb in the role of Armand d'Hubert . Interesting the film was made for very little money and how Keith says it helped with the quality of the film which is a testament to the director and everyone else involved . He even mentions how having an unlimited budget is not always a good thing . Very good overview of the film by Keith .
One of my favorite films. As a history buff... reenactor... and former military man myself this film really sends you back in time... it captures both the romantic and tragic spirit of the Napolianic age.
One of the most beautiful aspects of this film are the set piece scene openings where the actors and the set are arranged as in an oil painting. True excellence in a directorial debut and on such a low budget too. Magnificent.
Just came across this interview and had to post a comment to support what others have already said. The Duellists is a masterpiece of film making and Keith Carradine did a wonderful job of recalling so many fine details of the making of the movie. Keith is a truly humble and excellent gentleman and actor, and this interview has helped reinforce the love I already have for the movie. His shout out to Bill Hobbs was particularly appreciated by me as I have collected a number of movies over the years specifically because Bill did the fight choreography. Finally, for anyone who hasn't watched The Duellists, do yourself a favour and watch it, and then maybe do yourself a further favour and watch Barry Lyndon.
I've always loved this film ... in my top 30 ... extraordinary what was achieved on such a small budget ... very gracious & articulate commentary from Keith Carradine.
I had been a fan of Ridley Scott's since I watched Blade Runner when I was about 16 and didn't know about this film until 25 years later, but I'm glad I found it! It is incredible that it was made for so little money but looks so rich. It has great rewatchability.
I love the one perfect line in the film where a Royalist, newly returned to power after Napoleon's fall, calls D'Hubert on his career with the Emperor's army and infers that in D'Hubert's new rank in the restoration Bourbon army he's being something of an opportunist. He questions how easily D'Hubert has apparently embraced the return of the monarchy. And D'Hubert, who is quite aware of the beliefs of former Napoleonic officers who are now serving the King, pauses briefly and then says "You will find more realists than Royalists in the Army." He knows those Bonapartists are still professional soldiers...who rationally know that Napoleon is gone now...and if they want to remain in the military, they have to support the restored regime, even if they look at it with some disdain.
Always had a great appreciation for this film as a reenactor. 7 years war as opposed to Napoleonic, but still. Really great 3/4 of a century that doesn't get too much attention.
The only thing I would point out about this wonderful interview, is that at 14:10 when Keith Carradine is talking about Christina Raines playing the role of Adele, whoever edited it often confuses Raines with Diana Quick, who plays Laura (D'Hubert's former girlfriend).
Keith Carradine has all right to be proud of this role and movie, it is imo a perfect movie. Story, visuals, cast, acting, music, costumes, dueling - all in balance. Listening to his background story makes me appreciate it even more. One of if not my favorite movie of all time.
A great movie, in the Seventies and today. Beautiful locations, sets, costumes, great actors and an amazing story. It's based on a true story which is even more important.
This is in my opinion one of the best ever short films of Ridley Scotts work. As an ardent fan of Scott and Mr Carradine, I am as he indicated in this film a cineist with a copy of the film on DVD.
I saw it twice. I would like to let Keith Carradine know how much I love to watch in the movies. Because hse said he doesn't like to see himself. I adore! Such a great and charming actor.
1977…I am on a TWA flight to New York. First time ever to the USA, very approximate English and the movie on board is……the Duellists. It made such an impression on me that when VCR started I bought the tape. When DVD players appeared, I bought the DVD and even bought the book relating to the story and was the was the base of the script. This movie is a milestone in my life. As to New York…..well….I became an airline pilot and lost track of how many times I crossed the Atlantic……..flying the plane. This interview is a gem and I agree, the Brits have a wealth of fantastic actors.
@@Johnconno he said Christina Raines (which was his girlfriend back then) who played Adele in the movie. Diana Quick played his other lover in the movie named Laura.
Excellent. Thank you daedolon and thanks also the Kieth carradine for that superb commentary. It IS a masterful piece, and Kieths other work, most notably with Alan Rudolph into the 80's deserves a few detailed looks also. I for one would love to hear his comments on much of his back catalogue. He clearly has a sense of perspective often either lacking or hidden under layers of ego when compared to other actors of his time. Thanks again... xxx ;-)
An absolute gem of a movie. The wardrobe and cinematography for a movie of little budget are amazing! Look out for a brief (blink and you'll miss it!) appearance by the late, great Pete Postlethwaite as the general's adjutant
Keith is Martha Plimpton's dad. As a young teen, Martha was famously in The Goonies. Since then, she has consistently appeared in TV and films, as well as, the stage. She is an excellent, award winning actress. Clearly, talent runs in the family.
Wow! I so didn't know that- thanks so much! I truly thought she was George's girl. This truly extends the reach of John Carradine as the father and grandfather of quite the dynasty. Being a huge John Ford fan, courtesy of my father, I once saw him in the airport as quite a young girl and ran up to him to get his autograph. He was quite amused that a very young girl in the 1970s was such a fan- but I had seen Stagecoach dozens of times by the time I was 10 or 11 and he was always a fave! He was classy and good natured and it's nice to see that reflected in Keith ( also a fave) in this interview.
@@totostamopo I guess I know so much because I knew Martha when she was around 10. At the time, I worked for a company in NYC and her mother worked there. Her mother is, Shelly Plimpton and she was one of the cast in the original Broadway play, Hair. Martha was a sweet girl. Like many NYC kids, she was wise beyond her years. But, there was definitely a spark that stood out. I live in the UK now, and haven't seen her since she was a child. Years later, I watched the film, The Goonies and it bugged me why Martha seemed familiar to me. As soon as I saw her name, the penny dropped and I've followed her career ever since. I've thought about writing to her and wonders if she would remember me. She would often come to work with her mother and mostly wore roller skates and would skate around the offices. We got talking one day after she came up to me and confidently informed me how handsome I was and that I resembled 70's singer, David Essex. 🤣 She would often visit me in the mailroom, where I worked and we would have a chat and a giggle. It doesn't surprise me that she went into acting, considering it's in her blood. Glad you liked my OP. Figured I'd expand the topic a bit further for you. Hope you enjoyed reading it.
This is exactly what I want in a film. A good story that's believable. Great cinematography. Good acting, with no gung ho and CGI nonsense. I've seen this film numerous times, and if it was on right now, I'd watch again.
When new people stumble into my life, this is among the first movies I show to amaze them. The magnificent simplicity of the setup allows the strong and wonderful characters to radiate, the fighting scenes are raw, visceral, realistic, aesthetically pleasing and very competently helmed. What a jewel! Nah, enough swooning for today! ^^
Love this film and have watched it so many times. It is certainly up there with Stanley Kubrick's Barry Lyndon in totally involving the viewer in being there in the rooms or the scenery, which very few films do, especially now. The fight scenes are out of this world and feel the most realistic sword fights of any film I have even watched. It also in terms of the story, both antagonists and the final outcome is completely engrossing and no matter how many times I watch it, I feel I am doing so for the first time. Sadly we no longer have such films of such beauty and intellect and I doubt we ever will again.
There are shots in this film that made me realize that this is the closest I will ever be able to get to that period. Napoleon is never depicted in the film and it doesn't matter. Using ONLY natural lighting there are scenes of such beauty...like the carriage going down the street with the coach master wearing a tall top hat foreshadowing the future. Just a brilliant film. The music is amazing as well.
Keith's recollection of the production of this film was so eloquent and to the point. As if they just wrapped filming it. Very humble and offering high praise to his craft, coworkers and production crew. You'd be hard pressed to find a modern actor that could come across as genuine and articulate as Keith. Truly a master performer.
What a very nice way to put it Mr. "Trucking to Please"! I do agree 100% with you. The whole cast was magnificent and I think this was Riddley Scott's finest film ever. The incredibly beautiful photography and the atmospheric effects remind me of "Barry Lyndon"
Yeah this was a wonderful reminisce on a truly great piece of filmmaking. Keith is a true gent
Im thinking he has told the story a few times.
He has always been an unsung hero of american cinema.
Hi Keith
The Duellists is, as has often been said, a masterpiece. For me, pretty much flawless.
Napoleon is not a patch on it. Having seen it once, I have no desire to see it again.
I've watched The Duellists once a year since I first saw it on BBC2, in the early 1980s.
I will continue to do so.
I wholeheartedly agree with you
Me too! Alongside with Barry Lyndon!
Napoleon must have been a tax write off. Ridley has amassed an amazing fortune. Why else make such an absurd movie?
@@nobodynothing00000 Not sure. Maybe he just felt like employing loads of people?
@@alanconway94 nice point also. I have a lot of negative opinions about money laundering in movie industry but there are great guys out there
An absolute masterpiece. The whole movie looks like a beautifully painted canvas. One of my favorites of all time.
As a narrative I did not feel it was particularly strong. But in the visual aspect, I concur it was as if it were a classic painting brought to motion. Kieth mentioned sumptuous, a very apropos word.
A still life. In motion. Set to music.
One of the last movies I saw at old full size projection theater.
He is an actor of the highest calibre. Never a bad performance , very underrated in America but more importantly a humble well rounded soul.
A masterpiece narrated by a classy, talented and sincerely humble Keith
Absolutely!!!
One of my favorite actors.
David Keith? Keith David? Keith Flint?
Narrated by Stacy Keach
Keith Carradine is such a nice guy and movie is truly a masterpiece.
With Mr. Carradine's knowledge, what kind of film could he make and leave us with? Just asking.
The duellists is one of my top 10 movies of all time. Kubricks Barry Lyndon fits perfectly into this list.
Funny.. I just saw making of Barry Lyndon, and wrote there is only one other movie that has captured the period, as it is. It's frame by frame almost a picture as we see the pictures were made in the time it's depicted.
Barry Lyndon was a shit except for the cinematography,
By coincidence the same actress plays the girl friend of Harvey Keitel in the opening of "Duellists" and Ryan O Neil's in the opening of "Barry Lyndon"
@@clivedavies5618 nice detail..
Liked it a lot, the sad thing is that the movie wouldn't be made today, no robots or monsters.
"Stay away from him. Stay ahead of him. Put your trust in Bonaparte."
Fantastic movie. The history nerd in me always recommends this one. Unfortunately, no one usually knows anything about this masterpiece.
One of my top five. Brazil, Ran, Kagemusha, The Unbearable Lightness of Being, The Duellists. Not in that order. Great time for movies (78-88).
Keith was always one of my favourite actors, clearly audible here is also an intelligent mind.
Very articulate actor without even a sheen of fakeness or pretence , unlike some other ' artistes' and thespians.
Very true. A great actor and an even greater man. Dignified and without any affectation or pretence, a true gentleman
His entire family were so well-trained and disciplined as actors, starting with the amazing father, John Carridine. I love watching Walter Hill's "The Long Riders" to see the Carradines as the Cole brothers, the Keach boys as the James brothers, the Quaids as the Millers and the Guest sons as the Ford brothers. Perfect casting for the James-Younger Gang.
At the time this came out , I was beginning training as an academic fencer, so I went to see it. This was also before I also became an actor, which I eventually performed many roles onstage with blades. Now, when I watch this film, it means so much more to me and this documentary simply blew me away. My gratitude for showing this is never ending.
seems like you lead a good, fulfilling life. When I read your comment I felt a sense of weight. Wish you all the best, man! :)
I finished watching this wonderful film this evening, Just about perfect. Top 10 for sure.
Up there with One-eyed Jacks.
@@njuham and barry lyndon
This film is a hidden gem, but you have to be a very particular sort of viewer to really enjoy it. It's definitely not a casual popcorn date night movie.
It is a history buff's film.
I don't even think you need to be a "history buff" to enjoy it but it certainly helps to know certain details especially when it comes to specific events like the harrowing retreat from Russia.
@@squamish4244 That is so cringe I can't believe you really just said that. I bet you go out of your way to tell ppl you're a "history buff" when really you just know basic shit everyone should know.
@@rudolphschmidt313 I just meant that people who like history are probably going to appreciate the film the most. Jesus Christ, take a chill pill Rudolph.
@@rudolphschmidt313 Hey Rudy, I consider myself a "History Buff" and I agreed with his statement.
One of the BEST Ridley Scott films. I bought it on VHS because I SO loved ALIEN and BLADE RUNNER...
And I LOVED it.
If you love Scott, you really, really. REALLY need to see this.
Almost half a century later, it remains one of Scott's very best movies.
An extremely classy gentleman and great actor
He appears to have an appreciation for historical accuracy - that is refreshing coming from Hollywood. Great movie all the way around.
As a Napoleonic enthusiast I can say this film really captured the period in every regard....an absolute visual feast
Whenever there’s another remake of “Three Musketeers” everybody knows who wrote the book. Such great story as the one told in “The Duelists” also deserves to mention the creator of the original novel. Without his talent and ability to masterfully use English, which was not his native language, without his legendary attention to detail, there would be one masterpiece of cinematography less. The story was researched and written by none other than Joseph Conrad aka Józef Korzeniowski. Great story chosen by great director certainly led here to choosing the right cast and crew. And then to abundance of truly artistic results.
You just don’t get movies like this today. Highly crafted, beautiful, subtle and yet powerful as well. One of my absolute favorites.
He was marvelous in Deadwood. Really gave the project an infusion of class when it needed it.
Also Fargo TV series
Agree! I first saw him as a kid in the tv miniseries Chiefs. He played the villain Foxy Funderburke.
The atmosphere and aesthetic of the movie draws you in.......it will be watched with great admiration 75 or 100 years from now.
Had no idea this was Scott's first movie. That and the small budget make it even more impressive. Such a good movie.
The accomplishments of Ridley Scott just boggles the mind!
To showcase such a masterpiece as your entry into the world of cinematography shows very clearly that one is in the presence of genius! Even now (2023) at the age of 85 he is still in top form presenting a new film almost every two years. He has almost 30 films to his name and everyone has been stunning!
he had made commercials for over 20 years before he directed his first feature
Keith Carradine is one of the best, under-appreciated actors out there. I’d like to see more of his talent shown these days. He’s always been an amazing man, kind and well-spoken. I’d love to see him in the new Amazon production for Warhammer 40,000, along with Henry Cavill.
I love Keith Carradine. He is such a class act.
I think he's a good judge of scripts - he seems to almost always be in good films. I can only remember once seeing him in a bad film, can't remember what it was. Another reliable indicator is John Cusack - if he's in it it will be worth watching.
Keith was fantastic with his generous contribution. You can hear his father's voice instantly.
👌
First saw it by chance in HBO in 1984 in my hotel in Charleston, SC, while waiting for my military flight to Germany the next day. I was back then an army captain. This film is in one word, “glorious”. Hardly found in streaming services anymore so I bough my own copy. Looking as a big budget film and being the opposite, it is a great example of mastery of film making by one of the top film directors of all time. A CLASSIC!🎉
Veteran actor Keith Carradine was superb in the role of Armand d'Hubert . Interesting the film was made for very little money and how Keith says it helped with the quality of the film which is a testament to the director and everyone else involved . He even mentions how having an unlimited budget is not always a good thing . Very good overview of the film by Keith .
I love how smart people can express themselves smartly...
Lol. If this was an intentionally funny comment, then bravo.
One of my favorite films. As a history buff... reenactor... and former military man myself this film really sends you back in time... it captures both the romantic and tragic spirit of the Napolianic age.
I wish there existed a similar interview with Harvey Keitel. It would be nice to see what he felt during the filming.
One of the most beautiful aspects of this film are the set piece scene openings where the actors and the set are arranged as in an oil painting. True excellence in a directorial debut and on such a low budget too. Magnificent.
My sentiments mirror yours! I have made this exact statement when recommending the film to uninitiated friends.
Agreed 100%. Strangely Keith does not refer to this.
One of the best actor interviews I've ever seen 👏
Just came across this interview and had to post a comment to support what others have already said. The Duellists is a masterpiece of film making and Keith Carradine did a wonderful job of recalling so many fine details of the making of the movie. Keith is a truly humble and excellent gentleman and actor, and this interview has helped reinforce the love I already have for the movie. His shout out to Bill Hobbs was particularly appreciated by me as I have collected a number of movies over the years specifically because Bill did the fight choreography. Finally, for anyone who hasn't watched The Duellists, do yourself a favour and watch it, and then maybe do yourself a further favour and watch Barry Lyndon.
Out performed 95% of the movies in the last 10 years with billions in the budget.. Great movie filled with great actors..
The story about the coach being painted two colours and shot from different angles is magic. "Necessity is the mother of invention "
he's incredibly articulate. I could probably listen to him breakdown any film haha I was entranced
To me one of the best movies ever - way back then I paid to see it twice in one week and now own the dvd of it, indeed a masterpiece.
I've always loved this film ... in my top 30 ... extraordinary what was achieved on such a small budget ... very gracious & articulate commentary from Keith Carradine.
This film absolutely has gotten better and better with time
This is a wonderful and special movie. I would love to see it on the big screen. Cinematics are beautiful; like 18th century paintings almost.
I had been a fan of Ridley Scott's since I watched Blade Runner when I was about 16 and didn't know about this film until 25 years later, but I'm glad I found it! It is incredible that it was made for so little money but looks so rich. It has great rewatchability.
One of the great films of my life. I was deeply impressed.
I love the one perfect line in the film where a Royalist, newly returned to power after Napoleon's fall, calls D'Hubert on his career with the Emperor's army and infers that in D'Hubert's new rank in the restoration Bourbon army he's being something of an opportunist. He questions how easily D'Hubert has apparently embraced the return of the monarchy. And D'Hubert, who is quite aware of the beliefs of former Napoleonic officers who are now serving the King, pauses briefly and then says "You will find more realists than Royalists in the Army." He knows those Bonapartists are still professional soldiers...who rationally know that Napoleon is gone now...and if they want to remain in the military, they have to support the restored regime, even if they look at it with some disdain.
One of my all time favourite films. Great actors, great cinematography, great soundtrack....just great 😊
A fantastic film. I never miss a chance to recommend it to anyone who hasn't seen it
What an amazingly eloquent discussion. I learned so much about one of my favourite movies!
Absolutely one of my favorite films. So glad to see these reminisces.
I've loved this film for 40 years - not old enough to see it originally - I love it still. Not least for the accuracy of its swordsmanship.
The Duellist was such a great movie. It's definitely a top movie before you die.
Loved this movie since I was 10 or 11, one of the first we put to VHS, I watched it constantly. LOVED the score.
One of my favorite movies of all time. Never would have guessed it was such a small budget film. Just shows what an amazing talent 'Ridley Scott is.
A superb monologue from an excellent actor about a matchless film. 🙂
Always had a great appreciation for this film as a reenactor. 7 years war as opposed to Napoleonic, but still. Really great 3/4 of a century that doesn't get too much attention.
The only thing I would point out about this wonderful interview, is that at 14:10 when Keith Carradine is talking about Christina Raines playing the role of Adele, whoever edited it often confuses Raines with Diana Quick, who plays Laura (D'Hubert's former girlfriend).
the cinematography on this film was fantastic, so spare and setting the mood of the film. their ego's were as large as their hats
Que película más maravillosa, la historia narrada, las imágenes, colores y ambientes. Es simplemente una de mis favoritas.
I showed this movie to my wife and she immediately asked me to teach her fencing. She's been hooked since
Ridley's experience in making TV commercials (limited-time story-telling on a small budget) REALLY paid off!
Keith Carradine has all right to be proud of this role and movie, it is imo a perfect movie. Story, visuals, cast, acting, music, costumes, dueling - all in balance. Listening to his background story makes me appreciate it even more. One of if not my favorite movie of all time.
A great documentary about a great piece of cinema. I hung on every word .
Wonderful actor, always a pleasure to see his work.
A great movie, in the Seventies and today. Beautiful locations, sets, costumes, great actors and an amazing story. It's based on a true story which is even more important.
"Sometimes I think films are ruined because they have too much money." Carradine nailed it. George Lucas and Star Wars 1977 anyone?
Watched this movie since I was 11 years old.. love it every time.
Superb interview. Just watched this for the first time and it’s timeless. Much like Barry Lyndon.
From the moment I saw it many years ago, I saw it was a Masterpiece!
This is in my opinion one of the best ever short films of Ridley Scotts work. As an ardent fan of Scott and Mr Carradine, I am as he indicated in this film a cineist with a copy of the film on DVD.
I saw it twice. I would like to let Keith Carradine know how much I love to watch in the movies. Because hse said he doesn't like to see himself. I adore! Such a great and charming actor.
This remains, in my mind, Scott's best film. Great characters. Amazing scenes. Most of the movie looks like a painting.
1977…I am on a TWA flight to New York. First time ever to the USA, very approximate English and the movie on board is……the Duellists.
It made such an impression on me that when VCR started I bought the tape. When DVD players appeared, I bought the DVD and even bought the book relating to the story and was the was the base of the script.
This movie is a milestone in my life.
As to New York…..well….I became an airline pilot and lost track of how many times I crossed the Atlantic……..flying the plane.
This interview is a gem and I agree, the Brits have a wealth of fantastic actors.
This film demonstrates that great movies can be made without big budgets. Keith is a class 'act'or.
Officially my favourite movie of all time. Carradine's character, Armand D'Hubert, had a huge impact on me.
This was great, Thank you so much for doing it and making it available. The Duellists is one of my top 5 favorite films of all time.
Great interview. Love hearing about all the behind the scenes work that was done on this film.
Carradine was marvelously articulate….
At getting Diana Quick confused with Cristina Ricci? 😂
@@Johnconno he said Christina Raines (which was his girlfriend back then) who played Adele in the movie. Diana Quick played his other lover in the movie named Laura.
@@Johnconno whoever edited this though was showing Laura when he was talking about Adele which may has confused some.
@@kingjoe3rd It confused me!
@@Johnconno
Keith C. was not involved in the editing.
One of the best films I've ever seen.
So wonderful to listen to an intelligent artist seriously discussing his craft.
Keith Carradine what a true gentleman.
Excellent. Thank you daedolon and thanks also the Kieth carradine for that superb commentary. It IS a masterful piece, and Kieths other work, most notably with Alan Rudolph into the 80's deserves a few detailed looks also. I for one would love to hear his comments on much of his back catalogue. He clearly has a sense of perspective often either lacking or hidden under layers of ego when compared to other actors of his time. Thanks again... xxx ;-)
An absolute gem of a movie. The wardrobe and cinematography for a movie of little budget are amazing! Look out for a brief (blink and you'll miss it!) appearance by the late, great Pete Postlethwaite as the general's adjutant
Keith is Martha Plimpton's dad. As a young teen, Martha was famously in The Goonies. Since then, she has consistently appeared in TV and films, as well as, the stage. She is an excellent, award winning actress. Clearly, talent runs in the family.
Wow! I so didn't know that- thanks so much! I truly thought she was George's girl. This truly extends the reach of John Carradine as the father and grandfather of quite the dynasty. Being a huge John Ford fan, courtesy of my father, I once saw him in the airport as quite a young girl and ran up to him to get his autograph. He was quite amused that a very young girl in the 1970s was such a fan- but I had seen Stagecoach dozens of times by the time I was 10 or 11 and he was always a fave! He was classy and good natured and it's nice to see that reflected in Keith ( also a fave) in this interview.
@@totostamopo I guess I know so much because I knew Martha when she was around 10. At the time, I worked for a company in NYC and her mother worked there. Her mother is, Shelly Plimpton and she was one of the cast in the original Broadway play, Hair.
Martha was a sweet girl. Like many NYC kids, she was wise beyond her years. But, there was definitely a spark that stood out. I live in the UK now, and haven't seen her since she was a child. Years later, I watched the film, The Goonies and it bugged me why Martha seemed familiar to me. As soon as I saw her name, the penny dropped and I've followed her career ever since.
I've thought about writing to her and wonders if she would remember me. She would often come to work with her mother and mostly wore roller skates and would skate around the offices. We got talking one day after she came up to me and confidently informed me how handsome I was and that I resembled 70's singer, David Essex. 🤣 She would often visit me in the mailroom, where I worked and we would have a chat and a giggle. It doesn't surprise me that she went into acting, considering it's in her blood.
Glad you liked my OP. Figured I'd expand the topic a bit further for you. Hope you enjoyed reading it.
@@bullzdawguk Very much! Thank you for the generous elaboration.
This is exactly what I want in a film. A good story that's believable. Great cinematography. Good acting, with no gung ho and CGI nonsense. I've seen this film numerous times, and if it was on right now, I'd watch again.
A great true story told by a film well directed, acted, and shot in a way that makes it unforgettable.
A great actor from a family of great actors. John was a of the all time greats and still is.
what an absolute gem carradine is.
When new people stumble into my life, this is among the first movies I show to amaze them. The magnificent simplicity of the setup allows the strong and wonderful characters to radiate, the fighting scenes are raw, visceral, realistic, aesthetically pleasing and very competently helmed. What a jewel! Nah, enough swooning for today! ^^
One of my favorite films. Ridley Scott's work has been a part of the tapestry of my life.
One of the greatest movies ever made, stands repeated watchings as there’s so much going on behind the rivalry.
Fantastic actor, and it appears he is a fantastic human being too. More respect earned.
I just watched this film again after nearly forty years. It REALLY holds up! Gorgeous, suspenseful and well-written.
Love this film and have watched it so many times. It is certainly up there with Stanley Kubrick's Barry Lyndon in totally involving the viewer in being there in the rooms or the scenery, which very few films do, especially now. The fight scenes are out of this world and feel the most realistic sword fights of any film I have even watched. It also in terms of the story, both antagonists and the final outcome is completely engrossing and no matter how many times I watch it, I feel I am doing so for the first time. Sadly we no longer have such films of such beauty and intellect and I doubt we ever will again.
It was a good film, I enjoyed it very much. Carradine and Keitel were terrific in it, and every frame was a painting.
I was very familiar with Napoleonic history and military paintings of the era and it made that history breathe for me
Exquisite film. Masterful interview
great movie-great actors-great music -great director-great images--one of my favorite movies of all time !!!!!
Watched this last year. Simply amazing. We need great duels like this again.
One of my favorite films since stumbling upon it on cable tv as a teen. Wonderful to see Keith's recollections of its production.
There are shots in this film that made me realize that this is the closest I will ever be able to get to that period. Napoleon is never depicted in the film and it doesn't matter. Using ONLY natural lighting there are scenes of such beauty...like the carriage going down the street with the coach master wearing a tall top hat foreshadowing the future. Just a brilliant film. The music is amazing as well.
The duel on horseback is possibly the best scene in a movie ever. It still gives me chills.