The Battle of Algiers
Summary: In the 1950s, fear and violence escalate as the people of Algiers fight for independence from the French government.
Release Date: September 20, 1967
Director:
Gillo Pontecorvo
Runtime: 2 h 01 min
MPAA: Not Rated
Movie budget: $ 800,000
Domestic: $ 879,794
International: $ 82,208
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