Hassan Terro's Escape (1974)

Hassan Terro's Escape (1974) poster

In 1957, the Battle of Algiers intensifies. Hassan, a peaceful resident of the Casbah, is mistakenly identified as a dangerous "terrorist leader," earning him the nickname "Hassan Terro." He is arrested, but the French occupation army secretly organizes his escape in the hope of tracking down the leaders of the resistance. In turn, the Algerian liberation army exploits Hassan's naivety to thwart the French military command and disperse its forces.

Director: Mustapha Badie
Genre: Comedy, War
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Philippe Arthuys
Cinematography: Nasredine Guénifi
Editing: Rabah Dabouz
Production: Office National pour le Commerce et l'Industrie Cinématographique (ONCIC)
Country: Algeria
Language: العربية, Français
Original Language: fr

Keywords

africa, algiers, algeria, french colonialism, algerian war (1954-62), maghreb, independance war, casbah alger

More Films by Director: Mustapha Badie
More Films in Genre: Comedy, War

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hassan Terro's Escape about?
In 1957, the Battle of Algiers intensifies. Hassan, a peaceful resident of the Casbah, is mistakenly identified as a dangerous "terrorist leader," earning him the nickname "Hassan Terro." He is arrested, but the French occupation army secretly organizes his escape in the hope of tracking down the leaders of the resistance. In turn, the Algerian liberation army exploits Hassan's naivety to thwart the French military command and disperse its forces.
Who directed Hassan Terro's Escape?
Hassan Terro's Escape was directed by Mustapha Badie.
Who stars in Hassan Terro's Escape?
Hassan Terro's Escape stars Rouiched, Sid Ali Kouiret, Chafia Boudraa, Paul Mercey, Jenny Astruc, Jean Mauvais.
What genre is Hassan Terro's Escape?
Hassan Terro's Escape is a Comedy, War film.
Where was Hassan Terro's Escape produced?
Hassan Terro's Escape was produced in Algeria.