Lion of the Desert
1981•2h 53m•Dir. Moustapha Akkad
7.3
HistoryWarDramaThis 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.
Apr 17, 1981
2h 53m
$35,000,000
$1,502,136
Where to Watch
Available in Australia
Also available in: AD, AE, AG
