The Battle of Algiers

"The Battle of Algiers" is a 1966 film directed by Gillo Pontecorvo. It depicts the Algerian struggle for independence from French colonial rule in the 1950s. The movie showcases the guerilla warfare tactics used by the Algerian National Liberation Front against the French authorities. The central conflict revolves around the brutal tactics employed by both sides and the impact of the fight for freedom on civilians caught in the middle.