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Set in the city of Lambèse, the film presents a fictional account adapted from Abdelhamid Benzine's novel "Le camp." It explores the physical and moral torture inflicted upon detainees in the special camps of the colonial army. The narrative follows a group of resistance fighters as they endure daily violence and humiliation, overseen by former Nazi officers whose goal is to eradicate any form of resistance or ideological belief.

With themes centering around military prison, torture, and the Algerian resistance, the film provides a stark depiction of the struggles faced during the Algerian War from 1954 to 1962. It offers a glimpse into the experiences of those involved in the liberation struggle, making it a significant entry for those interested in historical war narratives and the complexities of colonial conflicts.