Lion of the Desert
This movie tells the story of Omar Mukhtar, an Arab Muslim rebel who fought against the Italian conquest of Libya in WWII. 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.
Cast: Anthony Quinn, Rod Steiger, Oliver Reed, Irene Papas, Raf Vallone, John Gielgud, Andrew Keir, Gastone Moschin, Stefano Patrizi, Adolfo Lastretti, Sky du Mont, Takis Emmanuel, Rodolfo Bigotti
Crew: David Butler (Writer), H.A.L. Craig (Writer), Moustapha Akkad (Director), Maurice Jarre (Original Music Composer), Moustapha Akkad (Producer)
Country: Libyan Arab Jamahiriya, United States of America
Runtime: 173 minutes
Quality: HD
Release: 1981
7.278