Julian Schnabel hosted a screening The Battle of Algiers at the Tribeca Grand Hotel’s private screening room. The proceeds of the evening benefited American Film Institute (AFI).

The Battle of Algiers

The Battle of Algiers (1966) a film commissioned by the Algerian government that shows Algerian revolution from both sides. Based on Algerian struggle for independence from French rule. Many see it as the finest film about revolution in film history.