Lion of the Desert

Release Date: 1981-04-17

Runtime: 173 minutes

Rating: 7.315/10

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.

Genres: History, War, Drama