Lion of the Desert (1981)
- PG
- 03/27/1981 (US)
- History, War, Drama
- 2h 53m
He was a man of honor in a war without any.
Overview
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.