Lion of the Desert

April. 17,1981      PG
Rating:
8.2
Trailer Synopsis Cast

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.

Anthony Quinn as  Omar Mukhtar
Rod Steiger as  Benito Mussolini
Oliver Reed as  Gen. Rodolfo Graziani
Irene Papas as  Mabrouka
Raf Vallone as  Colonel Diodiece
John Gielgud as  Sharif El Gariani
Andrew Keir as  Salem
Gastone Moschin as  Major Tomelli
Stefano Patrizi as  Lt. Sandrini
Adolfo Lastretti as  Colonel Sarsani

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