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The Battle of Algiers

The Revolt that Stirred the World!

★ 7.9 (823 votes) | 1966 | 2h 1m
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Overview

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.

Details
  • Status Released
  • Release Date September 8, 1966
  • Budget $800,000
  • Revenue $964,028
  • Production Igor Film, Casbah Film

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