"October in Paris", a rare documentary about the Algerians killed by the French police on October 17, 1961, is back in theaters

The film "Octobre à Paris" (1962) by Jacques Panijel, long censored, serves as a crucial testimony to the violent repression of a peaceful Algerian protest in Paris on October 17, 1961. This documentary highlights the historical silence surrounding the event, where 30,000 Algerians protested against a discriminatory curfew. The film returns to theaters alongside a short by René Vautier, honoring the anti-colonialist filmmaker who fought for its release. Despite its significance, the film has been rarely shown due to Panijel's insistence on addressing state crimes in its presentation.