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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.

Status
Released
Origin country
US
Release Date
Budget:
$35,000,000.00
Revenue:
$1,502,136.00
Companies
Falcon International Productions
Filmco International Productions