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Kevin Macdonald on The Battle Of Algiers

With Francine Stock

Director Kevin Macdonald reveals the influence of The Battle Of Algiers on his latest drama, The Mauritanian, the true story of Mohamedou Ould Salahi, who was held at Guantanamo Bay detention camp for 14 years without charge.

Photo credit: Tatiana Lund

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27 minutes

Last on

Sun 28 Feb 2021 23:00

Broadcasts

  • Thu 25 Feb 2021 16:00
  • Sun 28 Feb 2021 23:00

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