Lion of the Desert (1981)
04/17/1981 (LY) • 2h 53m
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.
Top Billed Cast
Omar Mukhtar
Benito Mussolini
Gen. Rodolfo Graziani
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Sharif El Gariani
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Major Tomelli
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