Lost Mountain (2020)

Lost Mountain (2020) poster

On November 1, 1954, the National Liberation Front of Algeria announced the war for the country's independence. France, colonizer since 1830, hastened to reinforce its military contingent in the four corners of the country and to prevent the advance of the rebels. A little Chaoui, born in a mountainous region of the country, sees his placid childhood collapse in the middle of a crossfire that he does not understand. The story, inspired by real testimonies, is constructed with images from the archives of the French army. From this apparently dissociated dialogue between image and word arises a sensitive homage to the memory that rests in the archives and to the ignored voice of its protagonists.

Director: María Alejandra Zúñiga Delgado
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 12 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Juan Jose Delgado, Markunda Aurès
Editing: María Alejandra Zúñiga Delgado
Country: France
Language: Français
Original Language: fr

Keywords

algeria, french colonialism, algerian war (1954-62), maghreb, djazair, liberation war, aurès, berbere culture, chaoui

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lost Mountain about?
On November 1, 1954, the National Liberation Front of Algeria announced the war for the country's independence. France, colonizer since 1830, hastened to reinforce its military contingent in the four corners of the country and to prevent the advance of the rebels. A little Chaoui, born in a mountainous region of the country, sees his placid childhood collapse in the middle of a crossfire that he does not understand. The story, inspired by real testimonies, is constructed with images from the archives of the French army. From this apparently dissociated dialogue between image and word arises a sensitive homage to the memory that rests in the archives and to the ignored voice of its protagonists.
Who directed Lost Mountain?
Lost Mountain was directed by María Alejandra Zúñiga Delgado.
Who stars in Lost Mountain?
Lost Mountain stars Anna Dodier, Frédéric Blasco.
How long is Lost Mountain?
Lost Mountain has a runtime of 12m (12 minutes).
What genre is Lost Mountain?
Lost Mountain is a Documentary film.
Where was Lost Mountain produced?
Lost Mountain was produced in France.