Harkis movie poster

Harkis

October 12, 2022 1h 22m 5.8/10 (19 votes)

Released 4 years ago in 2022. Harkis is a history/drama film. directed by Philippe Faucon. At just 82 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Pierre Lottin, Théo Cholbi, and Yannick Choirat

Synopsis

During the Algerian War (1954-1962), many impoverished young Algerian men, known as "Harkis", volunteered to join the French Army. Salah and Kaddour find themselves under the orders of Lieutenant Pascal. But as the conflict draws to an end, the prospect of independence looms. The outlook for Harkis seems bleak. Lieutenant Pascal confronts his superiors, insisting that every single man in his platoon must be evacuated to France.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 12, 2022 3 years ago
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Runtime 1h 22m 82 minutes total
User Rating 5.8/10 Mixed (19 votes)
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Language French Original language
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Country Belgium + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
FR

Production Companies

  • Istiqlal Films
  • Les Films du Fleuve
  • ARTE France Cinéma
  • Nord-Ouest Films

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Harkis about?

During the Algerian War (1954-1962), many impoverished young Algerian men, known as "Harkis", volunteered to join the French Army. Salah and Kaddour find themselves under the orders of Lieutenant P...

Who directed Harkis?

Harkis was directed by Philippe Faucon.

How long is Harkis?

Harkis has a runtime of 1 hours and 22 minutes (82 minutes total).

When was Harkis released?

Harkis was released on October 12, 2022 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Harkis?

The main cast of Harkis includes Pierre Lottin, Théo Cholbi, Yannick Choirat, Omar Boulakirba, Amine Zorgane.