L'Assaut
- Drama
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- Thriller
December 1994. On Saturday 24th, four GIA terrorists hijack an Air France A300 Airbus, bound for Paris, with 227 passengers on board, at the Algiers airport.
The Assault is a 2011 French-Algerian drama-thriller based on the true story of the December 1994 hijacking of an Air France flight by four GIA terrorists. With 227 passengers on board and Paris as the intended target, the film chronicles the intense standoff and rescue operation that followed. Released in January 2011, it delivers a gripping account of one of aviation's most memorable crises.
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Theatrical release in United States
Limited theatrical in United States · Rated R
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Vincent ElbazThierry
Grégori DerangèreDenis Favier
Mélanie BernierCarole
Aymen SaïdiYahia
Chems DahmaniMustapha
Mohid AbidMakhlouf
Djanis BouzyaniSalim
Marie GuillardClaire- Naturel Le RuyetEmma
Philippe BasGIGN Snipper Didier
Philippe CuraGIGN #1
Grégoire TaulèreGIGN #2
Charlie CostillasYoung GIGN Recruit #1- Ludovic MeacciYoung GIGN Recruit #2
Laurent PaillotGIGN Administrative
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The Assault — frequently asked
When was The Assault released?
The Assault was released on January 17, 2011.
What is The Assault about?
The film depicts the December 1994 hijacking of an Air France Airbus A300 at Algiers airport by four GIA terrorists, with 227 passengers aboard intended for Paris.
Is The Assault based on a true story?
Yes, the film is based on the real events of the Air France Flight 8969 hijacking in December 1994.
What genres does The Assault belong to?
The Assault is a drama, action, and thriller film that combines historical fact with intense suspense.
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