The Battle of Algiers
In the 1950s, fear and violence escalate as the people of Algiers fight for independence from the French government.
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Director
Gillo Pontecorvo
Studio
N/A
Release
20 Sep 1967
Runtime
121 min
Genres
Drama, War
Cast & Characters
Brahim Hadjadj
Jean Martin
Yacef Saadi
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Critical Assessment
The Battle of Algiers holds 8.1/10 on IMDb (74,756 votes), 99% on Rotten Tomatoes, 96/100 on Metacritic.
Not enough independent critic/audience score breakdown available.
Ratings as of 2026-07-30
AI Verdict
AI-generatedBased on aggregated scores (8.1/10 on IMDb (74,756 votes), 99% on Rotten Tomatoes, 96/100 on Metacritic), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Fan & Critic Buzz
The movie "The Battle of Algiers" explores the Algerian struggle for independence from French colonial rule in the mid-1950s. Critics praise its nuanced portrayal of both sides in the conflict, with some noting that it humanizes the insurgents while also highlighting the French government's concerns about violence. Reviewers appreciate the film's attention to period detail and its thoughtful handling of complex historical themes.
Reviews
It's the mid 1950s and the population of Algeria are increasingly determined to break free from the colonial administration of France. From one perspective it's a fight for freedom, from the other a response to dangerous insurrectionism. What makes this drama stand out is the deg…
CinemaSerf · 7/10