Lion of the Desert (1981)
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.
Directing:
Writing:
Stars:
- Moustapha Akkad
Writing:
- David Butler
- H.A.L. Craig
Stars:
Release Date: 1981-04-17
7.3/10
7.3/10
- Country: LY, US
- Language: English | العربية | Italiano
- Runtime: 173
- Budget: $35,000,000
- Revenue: $1,500,000
Sharif El Gariani
Benito Mussolini
Colonel Diodiece
Governor General
Salem
Lobitto
Abdul
Al Fadeel
Prince Amadeo
Italian General (uncredited)
Omar Mukhtar
Major Tomelli
Mabrouka
Gen. Rodolfo Graziani
Bu-Matari
Lt. Sandrini
Colonel Sarsani
Ismail
Ali's mother
Captain Lontano
Italian Sergeant
President of the Court
Italian Tank Commander
Captain Biagi
Young Soldier
Barillo
Captain Bedendo
Prisoner Escort
Infantry Corporal (uncredited)
Arab Caught in Barbed Wire (uncredited)
Man Watching Trail (uncredited)
Military Judge (uncredited)
