Patrol in the East (1971)
The film traces the story of a patrol of the Algerian National Liberation Army (ALN), whose mission is to transport a prisoner French soldier to the Tunisian border. Through the march of this group of guerrillas we witness the spirit of sacrifice and combativeness of these men from the people. The patrol will be decimated, but a young peasant will take over and complete the mission.
Director: Amar Laskri
Genre: War, Drama
Runtime: 115 min
Release Date: January 2, 1971
Cast
Screenplay
- Hadj Smaine Mohamed Seghir
- Amar Laskri (Scenario Writer)
Music: Boudjemia Merzak
Editing: Rabah Dabouz
Production: O.N.C.I.C.
Country: Algeria
Language: العربية, Français
Original Language: ar
Keywords
algeria, resistance fighter, french colonialism, algerian war (1954-62), anti-colonialism, guerilla army, maghreb, djazair
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Patrol in the East about?
- The film traces the story of a patrol of the Algerian National Liberation Army (ALN), whose mission is to transport a prisoner French soldier to the Tunisian border. Through the march of this group of guerrillas we witness the spirit of sacrifice and combativeness of these men from the people. The patrol will be decimated, but a young peasant will take over and complete the mission.
- Who directed Patrol in the East?
- Patrol in the East was directed by Amar Laskri.
- Who stars in Patrol in the East?
- Patrol in the East stars Hacène Benzerari, Hadj Smaine Mohamed Seghir, Brahim Hadjadj, Nourredine Meziane (Cheikh Nourredine), Hamdi Mohamed.
- How long is Patrol in the East?
- Patrol in the East has a runtime of 1h 55m (115 minutes).
- What genre is Patrol in the East?
- Patrol in the East is a War, Drama film.
- Where was Patrol in the East produced?
- Patrol in the East was produced in Algeria.