The Algerian revolution is portrayed through a film commissioned by the Algerian government, offering a balanced perspective on the conflict. The French foreign legion, seeking redemption after their defeat in Vietnam, clashes with the Algerians fighting for independence. The film highlights the brutal tactics employed by both sides, including French torture and Algerian use of bombs in public places, ultimately conveying the devastating effects of war on all those involved.
The Battle of Algiers
The struggle for Algerian independence from French rule intensifies in the 1950s, marked by growing fear and brutality.
