The Battle Of Algiers Analysis
Tensions rise between different cultures, always have and always will. That being said, violence is bound to occur, it’s just a matter of how and when. During the late 20th century of France, conflict was a reoccurring theme, with the involvement of wars, rioting, and social controversy. These conflicts are shown within the movies “Cache” and “The Battle of Algiers.” In this paper, I will discuss the violence partaken in each film.
Michael Haneke's film, ‘Cache’, is one of a kind. Throughout the movie, the audience is consumed with anxiety, discomfort, and perhaps paranoia. The opening scene sets the tone for the rest of the movie, as it leaves its’ viewers confused and suspicious. The prolonged image of a French neighborhood lingers for …show more content…
The opening scene in this movie has the same effect on the viewers as ‘Cache’, anxiety and discomfort. Immediately, we see a man who appears to be a prisoner of the French military. They order him to put on one of their uniforms and to expose Ali La Pointe’s hideout spot. The man refuses and tries escaping, but gets hit. This sets the tone for the rest of the movie, as it is obvious that there will be a confliction between the French military and Algerian citizens. In the next scene, we see the commander speaking to several people hiding inside a wall, and that is where we meet Ali La Pointe. He is asked to come out from behind the wall, weaponless, and to surrender. A couple minutes later, we see Ali’s attempt at escaping the police, which was almost successful until he gets tripped by a young Frenchman. Rather than picking himself up to avoid arrest, Ali resorts to violence and headbutts this young man. His actions create chaos in the streets, and many people get involved. Again, unnecessary and avoidable conflict. The rest of the scene lists all of Ali’s criminal past, and we learn that he is a violent person based off his record. A few minutes later, we see one of Ali’s fellow Algerians violently getting beheaded. This type of terror is seen throughout the entire
Michael Haneke's film, ‘Cache’, is one of a kind. Throughout the movie, the audience is consumed with anxiety, discomfort, and perhaps paranoia. The opening scene sets the tone for the rest of the movie, as it leaves its’ viewers confused and suspicious. The prolonged image of a French neighborhood lingers for …show more content…
The opening scene in this movie has the same effect on the viewers as ‘Cache’, anxiety and discomfort. Immediately, we see a man who appears to be a prisoner of the French military. They order him to put on one of their uniforms and to expose Ali La Pointe’s hideout spot. The man refuses and tries escaping, but gets hit. This sets the tone for the rest of the movie, as it is obvious that there will be a confliction between the French military and Algerian citizens. In the next scene, we see the commander speaking to several people hiding inside a wall, and that is where we meet Ali La Pointe. He is asked to come out from behind the wall, weaponless, and to surrender. A couple minutes later, we see Ali’s attempt at escaping the police, which was almost successful until he gets tripped by a young Frenchman. Rather than picking himself up to avoid arrest, Ali resorts to violence and headbutts this young man. His actions create chaos in the streets, and many people get involved. Again, unnecessary and avoidable conflict. The rest of the scene lists all of Ali’s criminal past, and we learn that he is a violent person based off his record. A few minutes later, we see one of Ali’s fellow Algerians violently getting beheaded. This type of terror is seen throughout the entire