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The Battle of Algiers (1966)

Movie ★ 7.9 122 min

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.

Gillo Pontecorvo Director Gillo Pontecorvo Writer Franco Solinas Writer

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Quick facts

Released
September 8, 1966
Runtime
122 min
Rating
NR
Budget
$800,000
Box office
$964,028
IMDb
tt0058946
Country
, Algeria
Studio
Igor Film, Casbah Film

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Frequently asked questions

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.
Who directed The Battle of Algiers?
The Battle of Algiers was directed by Gillo Pontecorvo.
Who stars in The Battle of Algiers?
The Battle of Algiers stars Brahim Hadjadj, Mohamed Ben Kassen, Yacef Saâdi, Fouzia El Kader.
When was The Battle of Algiers released?
The Battle of Algiers is a 1966 drama, war, history film.
Where can I watch The Battle of Algiers?
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