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Lion of the Desert

Lion of the Desert (1981)

PG 2h 53m 6.7/10 IMDb

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.

Director: Moustapha Akkad

Cast: Anthony Quinn, Rod Steiger, Oliver Reed, Irene Papas, Raf Vallone