The Lion of the Desert
1980
2h 36m
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Biography
Drama
History
The story of Omar Mukhtar's epic resistance against the invading Italian forces in Libya.
Original Title:
Lion of the Desert
Genres:
Biography
Drama
History
Maturity Level:
7+
Cast:
Anthony Quinn
Rod Steiger
Irene Papas
Synopsis:
For two decades, the dictator Mussolini ruthlessly implements a policy of violence in Africa aimed at suppressing the native Muslim population. Appointing General Rodolfo Graziani as Governor of Libya, he charges him with the task of capturing and punishing those he deems as rebels. Leading the resistance in Libya is Omar Mukhtar, a teacher by trade, who valiantly battles against the Italian forces.