The Battle of Algiers (1966)

Name: The Battle of Algiers
Genre: Drama, War, History
Released: 1966
Duration: 121 min
Rating: 7.9
Cast: Brahim Hadjadj, Jean Martin, Yacef Saâdi, Fouzia El Kader, Mohamed Ben Kassen

2h 1m Italy, Algeria

Drama War History

Plot

The Battle of Algiers chronicles the fierce fight of the Algerian Front de Liberation Nationale against French colonial oppression, focusing on Ali's transformation from a small-time thief to a key figure in the resistance. As the narrative unfolds, viewers witness the escalating violence and desperation on both sides, highlighting the French government's brutal tactics to suppress the uprising. Set against the backdrop of 1957, the film vividly captures the complexities of rebellion, colonialism, and the human cost of war, making it a poignant exploration of a pivotal moment in history.

Cast

Brahim Hadjadj Jean Martin Yacef Saâdi Fouzia El Kader Mohamed Ben Kassen Hadj Smaine Mohamed Seghir Larbi Zekkal Rouiched Noureddine Brahimi Si Mohamed Baghdadi Abderrahmane Brahimi Fatiha Djoudi Franco Moruzzi Tomasso Neri Samia Kerbash

The Battle of Algiers (1966)

Plot

Cast

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