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Release date: 04/17/1981
Popularity: 11
Original language: EN
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Lion of the Desert
He was a man of honor in a war without any.
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Overview
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.
Alternative titles
El león del desierto
Omar Mukhtar: Lion of the Desert
عمر المختار
Afrikas Lejon
Ørkenkrigens helte
Der Löwe von Libyen