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.
1106
Lion of the Desert
Action,Adventure
Quinn,Anthony
Parents strongly cautioned, Killing (by humans,monsters,disasters,etc.
None
History, War, Drama
26843
15.501
1981-04-17
Lion of the Desert
7.295
168
$35,000,000
$1,500,000
173 minutes