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Home Entertainment Lion of the Desert
MOVIE 2h 53m 1981

Lion of the Desert

IMDb 8.2 / 10 (19K)
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Drama History War & Military

Storyline & Synopsis

Resistance leader Omar Mukhtar opposes Italian colonization before World War II. The brutal guerrilla war against Italian General Rodolfo Graziani and the Fascist forces of Benito Mussolini highlights the struggle for Libyan independence and the harsh tactics utilised by the colonisers.

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Release Window: Apr 17, 1981 (Not streaming on a major platform in India)
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Quick Facts: Lion of the Desert

When was Lion of the Desert released?

Lion of the Desert was released on 17 April 1981.

Who stars in Lion of the Desert?

The movie stars Anthony Quinn, Oliver Reed, Irene Papas, Raf Vallone, Rod Steiger.

Who directed Lion of the Desert?

Lion of the Desert is directed by Moustapha Akkad.

What is the IMDb rating of Lion of the Desert?

Lion of the Desert has an IMDb rating of 8.2/10 from 19K votes.

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