7.9The Battle of Algiers · 1966
The Battle of Algiers (1966) is a Drama / War / History film directed by Gillo Pontecorvo, starring Brahim Hadjadj, Mohamed Ben Kassen, Yacef Saâdi.
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7.9Overview
Paratrooper commander Colonel Mathieu, a former French Resistance fighter during World War II, is sent to Algeria to reinforce efforts to squelch the uprisings of the Algerian War. There he faces Ali la Pointe, a former petty criminal who, as the leader of the Algerian Front de Liberation Nationale, directs terror strategies against the colonial French government occupation. As each side resorts to ever-increasing brutality, no violent act is too unthinkable.
Cast
Brahim Hadjadj, Mohamed Ben Kassen, Yacef Saâdi, Fouzia El Kader, Hadj Smaine Mohamed Seghir, Larbi Zekkal, Rouiched, Noureddine Brahimi
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What is "The Battle of Algiers" about?
Paratrooper commander Colonel Mathieu, a former French Resistance fighter during World War II, is sent to Algeria to reinforce efforts to squelch the uprisings of the Algerian War. There he faces Ali la Pointe, a former petty criminal who, as the leader of the Algerian Front de Liberation Nationale, directs terror strategies against the colonial French government occupation. As each side resorts to ever-increasing brutality, no violent act is too unthinkable.
When was "The Battle of Algiers" released?
The Battle of Algiers was released in 1966.
Who stars in "The Battle of Algiers"?
The cast includes Brahim Hadjadj, Mohamed Ben Kassen, Yacef Saâdi, Fouzia El Kader.
