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The Outlaws (1969)

7.719691h 37mFR
DramaWestern

Directed by Tewfik Farès

Rating

7.7/10

Runtime

1h 37m

Language

FR

Release

January 1, 1969

Director

Tewfik Farès

Overview

In prison in colonial Algeria, shortly after the end of the Second World War, three indigenous cellmates make out. Once free, they attack the authority represented by the triad of the boss, the gendarme and the administrator. “Living the colonial condition,” confided Tewfik Farès, “is something! It’...

Cast

Sid Ahmed Agoumi

Sid Ahmed Agoumi

Slimane

Nourredine Meziane (Cheikh Nourredine)

Nourredine Meziane (Cheikh Nourredine)

Moh

Mohamed Chouikh

Mohamed Chouikh

Ali

Malek Kateb

Malek Kateb

Brahim

Brahim Hadjadj

Brahim Hadjadj

Le Charretier

Djohra Bachene

Djohra Bachene

Zhera

Jacques Monod

Jacques Monod

L'administrateur

Areski Nebti

Areski Nebti

Jean Bouise

Jean Bouise

Marc

Mazouz Ould-Abderrahmane

Mazouz Ould-Abderrahmane

Mostéfa Stiti

Mostéfa Stiti

L'Auxiliaire

Jane Augier

Jane Augier

Hélène

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Outlaws (1969), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

In prison in colonial Algeria, shortly after the end of the Second World War, three indigenous cellmates make out. Once free, they attack the authority represented by the triad of the boss, the gendarme and the administrator. “Living the colonial condition,” confided Tewfik Farès, “is something! It’s not sociologically or historically speaking. It’s life. And I think that’s all there in it. [...] For a hundred and thirty years, we wait. We hold back. We push back. We hope. At the same time, on different occasions, there are skirmishes, unrest.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Outlaws. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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