Interesting point of veiw

Rating: 9/10 (15 December 2011)

I enjoyed this film because I finally was able to witness the other side to our never ending battle on terrorism. Although this depicts Algiers revolt from the French it's similar to the what's being played out in the Middle East. Living in America, the word terrorist is now associated with people who want to destroy American freedom. I've never been a fan of this idea and always was interested to learn more about the other side, the people who never get a voice. Although I didn't agree with either side in this film, it was interesting to see a more objective stance that almost felt like a documentary. There are shots that feel so real, it's a little uncomfortable, which I guess is how it should be. This film isn't for everyone; it doesn't have an obvious bad or good guy and also doesn't have a set protagonist. Although Ali La Pointe is supposed to be the protagonist, it's more about the people as a whole and their struggle for freedom. It's an interesting film that definitely sheds light on present matters as well as historical ones.