Lion of the Desert
He was a man of honor in a war without any.
Starring: Anthony Quinn, Rod Steiger, Oliver Reed, Irene Papas, Raf Vallone
Writer: David Butler, H.A.L. Craig
Release Date:
April 17, 1981
April 17, 1981
Ratings:
7.3 / 10
7.3 / 10
Director:
Moustapha Akkad
Moustapha Akkad
Companies:
Falcon International Productions
Falcon International Productions
Overview
This movie tells the story of Omar Mukhtar, an Arab Muslim rebel who fought against the Italian conquest of Libya during the second Italo-Senussi War. It gives western viewers a glimpse into this little-known region and chapter of history, and exposes the savage means by which the conquering army attempted to subdue the natives.
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