The Battle of Algiers (1967) on Netflix

A film commissioned by the Algerian government that shows the Algerian revolution from both sides. The French foreign legion has left Vietnam in defeat and has something to prove. The Algerians are seeking independence. The two clash. The torture used by the French is contrasted with the Algerian's use of bombs in soda shops. A look at war as a nasty thing that harms and sullies everyone who participates in it. —John Vogel battle of algierstorturealgeriaresistancestruggle for independence434 morePlot summaryPlot synopsisTaglinesThe French Colonel...who was forced even to torture! One of the many women...who stopped at nothing to win! The Algerian Street Boy...who became a rebel hero!GenresDramaWarCertificateNot RatedParents guide