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Drowning by Bullets

January 1, 2003 0h 52m

Originally released in 2003. Drowning by Bullets is a documentary/history film. directed by Philip Brooks. At just 52 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Synopsis

On the evening of October 17, 1961 about 30,000 Algerians, ostensibly French citizens, descended upon the boulevards of central Paris to protest an 8:30 curfew, imposed by the French authorities in response to repeated terrorist attacks by Algerian nationalists in Paris and other French cities. DROWNING BY BULLETS exposes the massacre and the cover-up of what was undoubtedly one of the darkest nights in the history of France. Policemen, demonstrators, former officials, and journalists who witnessed the events speak on camera for the first time.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 1, 2003 23 years ago
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Runtime 0h 52m 52 minutes total
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Language English Original language

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Drowning by Bullets about?

On the evening of October 17, 1961 about 30,000 Algerians, ostensibly French citizens, descended upon the boulevards of central Paris to protest an 8:30 curfew, imposed by the French authorities in...

Who directed Drowning by Bullets?

Drowning by Bullets was directed by Philip Brooks.

How long is Drowning by Bullets?

Drowning by Bullets has a runtime of 0 hours and 52 minutes (52 minutes total).

When was Drowning by Bullets released?

Drowning by Bullets was released on January 1, 2003 in theaters.