
Lion of the Desert
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Set against the backdrop of the Italian colonization of Libya, this historical drama chronicles the resistance led by Omar Mukhtar, a Bedouin leader, against the oppressive regime of Mussolini. The film stars Anthony Quinn as Mukhtar, delivering a powerful performance alongside Oliver Reed and Rod Steiger. Directed by Moustapha Akkad, the movie is noted for its epic battle scenes and its exploration of themes such as freedom and resistance. While it did not receive major awards, it remains a significant portrayal of a lesser-known chapter in history. For those interested, the film can be viewed for free on 123Movies / Movies123.
Duration:2h 53min
Views:1590
Release:1981
Release Date:1981-04-17
Director:Moustapha Akkad
Actors:Adolfo Lastretti, Andrew Keir, Anthony Quinn, Gastone Moschin, Irene Papas, John Gielgud, Oliver Reed, Raf Vallone, Rod Steiger, Stefano Patrizi
Country:Libya, United States of America
Company:Falcon International Productions
Budget:$35,000,000
TMDB:7.3
Rotten Tomatoes:75%
FilmAffinity:6.7
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