Released
The Battle of Algiers, a Film Within History
November 1 2017 (about 7 years ago)Rating
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- Director: Malek Bensmaïl
- Genre: Documentary
- Runtime: 1 h 56 m
- Countries: Algeria, France, Switzerland
The Battle of Algiers is one of the most critically celebrated films of all time. Made in 1966 it documented Algeria's war for independence. Returning to the roots of the production and the personalities involved, this documentary explores what made The Battle of Algiers so profound and also some of the controversies.