Lion of the Desert (1981-04-17)
He was a man of honor in a war without any.
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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Status: Released
Release Date: 1981-04-17
Runtime: 2h 53m
Director: Moustapha Akkad
Writer: David Butler, H.A.L. Craig
