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Patrol in the East

19711h 55mAmar Laskri

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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.

WarDrama
AlgeriaResistance FighterFrench ColonialismAlgerian War (1954-62)Anti-colonialismGuerilla ArmyMaghrebDjazair

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What is Patrol in the East (1971) 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 stars in Patrol in the East?

Patrol in the East stars Hacène Benzerari, Hadj Smaine Mohamed Seghir, Brahim Hadjadj, Nourredine Meziane (Cheikh Nourredine), Abdelhamid Habati. The film was directed by Amar Laskri.

How long is Patrol in the East?

Patrol in the East has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1971.

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