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The Battle of Algiers
Overview
Tracing the struggle of the Algerian Front de Liberation Nationale to gain freedom from French colonial rule as seen through the eyes of Ali from his start as a petty thief to his rise to prominence in the organisation and capture by the French in 1957. The film traces the rebels' struggle and the increasingly extreme measures taken by the French government to quell the revolt.
Creators
Director, Writer
Writer
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Movie Details
Status
Released (08/09/1966)
Original language
Italian
Original title
La battaglia di Algeri
Budget
$800,000
Box office
$964,028
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