Lion of the Desert
1981·Movie·
·2h 53min
Where to Watch
Not available to stream in (flatrate)
About
He was a man of honor in a war without any.
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.
DNA
- Themes
- Click below to reveal spoilersSacrificeFreedom Vs. ControlLeadershipResistanceColonialism
- Plot
- Click below to reveal spoilersPolitical IntrigueBetrayalBattle Between KingdomsSacrificial ActsLeadership ChallengesColonial OccupationHistorical ResistancePursuit Of Freedom
- Costume and Set
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Crew
Directed by:
Moustapha Akkad, Jack Hildyard, Miguel Gil
Written by:
David Butler, H.A.L. Craig
Produced by:
Moustapha Akkad, June Bordcosh, Roy Stevens
Composed by:
Maurice Jarre
