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Algiers (1938)

Directed by John Cromwell · 96 min · Drama, Romance, Crime

24.5 TOPICAL score · #4,069 of 6,776 films

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Pepe Le Moko is a notorious thief, who escaped from France. Since his escape, Moko has become a resident and leader of the immense Casbah of Algiers. French officials arrive insisting on Pepe's capture are met with unfazed local detectives, led by Inspector Slimane, who are biding their time. Meanwhile, Pepe meets the beautiful Gaby, which arouses the jealousy of Ines.

Algiers (1938, directed by John Cromwell) has a TOPICAL score of 24.5 - ranked 4,069 of the 6,776 films TOPICAL scores. It scores highest on awards and historical impact, and lowest on cast. It won 0 awards from 4 nominations. Audiences: TMDB 6.4/10 (47 ratings). Wikipedia covers it in 28 languages.

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Critics-
Audience27
Awards80
Historical impact30
Lasting engagement22
Cast9
Legacy & cult status-

Starring: Charles Boyer (actor #620), Hedy Lamarr (actor #1,750), Sigrid Gurie, Joseph Calleia (actor #1,589)

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