FR: Battle of Algiers

Battle of Algiers offers a untold story of terrorism verses corrupt government and colonization.
While most films glorify the side that is fighting terrorist, Battle of Algiers uniquely allows viewers to build an emotional connection to the characters commuting the "terrorism' against the corruption that is destroying their city. Battle of Algiers is truly a black and white classic. It's one of those timeless pieces in film that can allow for future filmmakers to always go back and take notes on how to produce a classic. Battle of Algiers is shot almost in documentary type style. It does not use interviews to drive it as a doc might but it does feature some shots and scenes where the viewer can almost feel like the camera is a character is itself. Their are some shots where the actors or extras look right into the camera. There are also other shots where it seems like the cinematographer just went out on an unplanned day shooting random footage of a day in Algiers. Acting is a plus for Battle of Algiers although due to the lack of technology, some scenes where characters get shot and injured look false and fake. It would be great to see this classic get revisited through a remake with today's technology.