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On Guard

Some things are worth dying for

1997 · 2h 8m · N/A Action, Adventure, Drama
Directed by Philippe de Broca

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Overview

France, 17th century, during the reign of Louis XIII. When a dear friend, the Duke of Nevers, is treacherously assassinated by a powerful relative, a skilled swordsman, the noble Henri de Lagardère, seeks his rightful vengeance as he tries to protect the innocent life of the duke's last heir.

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All reviews
87%
Tomatometer
Fresh

Sometimes, nothing satisfies like old-fashioned swashbuckling. And in this regard, On Guard delivers.

Doris N. Truong, Dallas Morning News
Fresh

Despite its postdated irrelevance and its dopey title, this Daniel Auteuil vehicle is ludicrous fun.

Wesley Morris, Boston Globe
Rotten

An awkward and indigestible movie.

Allison Benedikt, Chicago Tribune
Fresh

It's a tale well told and nearly irresistible.

John Monaghan, Detroit Free Press
Fresh

A big, gorgeous, sprawling swashbuckler that delivers its diversions in grand, uncomplicated fashion.

Edward Guthmann, San Francisco Chronicle

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