Hassan Terro's Escape

1974Movie

80
GreatGoodWatch score

A tense, fast-paced comedy movie about everyday modern life.

Good for friends night · teens · pure escapism

Skip it if you want something to laugh at

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Story

In 1957, the Battle of Algiers intensifies. Hassan, a peaceful resident of the Casbah, is mistakenly identified as a dangerous "terrorist leader," earning him the nickname "Hassan Terro." He is arrested, but the French occupation army secretly organizes his escape in the hope of tracking down the leaders of the resistance. In turn, the Algerian liberation army exploits Hassan's naivety to thwart the French military command and disperse its forces.

Feels like

  • Escape Thriller
  • Character-Driven
  • Intriguing Plot
  • Suspenseful Drama
  • Action-Oriented
  • Pursuit Narrative
  • Tense Atmosphere
  • Human Ingenuity

Cast

Crew

Directed by
Mustapha Badie
Written by
Rouiched
Produced by
Selim Farès

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Facts

January 2, 1974 · Comedy, War · French

Released
January 2, 1974
Genres
Comedy, War
Original language
French
Also spoken
Arabic
Made in
Algeria

Q&A

3 questions, like "Is Hassan Terro's Escape worth watching?"

Questions about Hassan Terro's Escape

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Hassan Terro's Escape worth watching?

80
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80 (IMDb 7.7).

Will Hassan Terro's Escape make me laugh?

Serious

Not much for a comedy: the title analysis gives its humor 0 of 4.

Is Hassan Terro's Escape in English?

FrenchArabic

No, it was made in French, with some Arabic.