Serkadji

At a glance

Serkadji, is a 1982 Algerian movie, directed by Hadj Rahim, and starring Mustapha Ayad, Saïd Hilmi, Omar Guendouz. with a runtime of 100 minutes.

Overview

Serkadji is a 1982 Algerian historical drama directed by Hadj Rahim, set within the grim confines of the Barberousse military prison in Algiers during the Algerian War of Independence (1954–1962). The film reconstructs the harrowing experiences of National Liberation Front (FLN) fighters who were imprisoned and executed within these walls. A sobering tribute to the sacrifices made behind bars, Serkadji stands as a vital piece of Algerian cinema's engagement with its own revolutionary history.

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