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The Battle of Algiers

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Synopsis:

Oscar-nominated drama, charting the Algerian struggle to become free of French rule during the Fifties and Sixties from the point of view of characters on both sides of the conflict. Gillo Pontecorvo's film is remarkable for its almost documentary-style realism and even-handed approach, presenting both sides' causes as well as the violent tactics they employed. Starring Brahim Haggiag, Jean Martin and Saadi Yacef

Cast:

Brahim Haggiag as Ali La Pointe, Jean Martin as Col Mathieu, Yacef Saadi as Djafar , Saadi Yacef as Djafar, Fusia El Kader as Halima, Mohamed Ben Kassen as Petit Omar, Samia Kerbash as Girl, Michele Kerbash as Fathia, Ugo Paletti, Tommaso Neri as Captain, Sarnia Kierbash as Girl, Michele Kierbash as Fathia, Fawzia el Kader as Halima

Credits:

Gillo Pontecorvo - Director, Antonio Musu - Producer, Yacef Saadi - Producer

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