Lion of the Desert
"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 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.
Directors: Moustapha Akkad
Writers: David Butler, H.A.L. Craig, Paul Thompson
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IMDB: tt0081059