The Battle of Algiers
Brahim Hadjadj, Jean Martin, Yacef Saadi
In the 1950s, fear and violence escalate as the people of Algiers fight for independence from the French government.
Why you'll love it
The film depicts the Algerian struggle for independence against French colonial rule.
Gandhi
Ben Kingsley, John Gielgud, Rohini Hattangadi
The life of the lawyer who became the famed leader of the Indian revolts against the British rule through his philosophy of nonviolent protest.
Why you'll love it
The film portrays Mahatma Gandhi's nonviolent resistance against British colonial rule in India.
Cry Freedom
Denzel Washington, Kevin Kline, Josette Simon
South African journalist Donald Woods is forced to flee the country after attempting to investigate the death in custody of his friend, the Black anti-Apartheid activist Steve Biko.
Why you'll love it
The film is about the friendship between journalist Donald Woods and activist Steve Biko, set against the backdrop of apartheid in South Africa.
Burn!
Marlon Brando, Evaristo Márquez, Renato Salvatori
During a slave revolt in 1844, a British mercenary helps an Antilles island colony gain independence from Portugal, but later returns to hunt down a local rebel leader and former protégé.
Why you'll love it
The film tells the story of a British agent who incites a rebellion against Portuguese rule in a Caribbean island.