Lion of the Desert (1981) movie poster

Lion of the Desert (1981)

"He was a man of honor in a war without any."
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๐Ÿ‘ 83%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 75% (RT: 75%) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Director
Moustapha Akkad
Runtime
2h 53m
Country
Libyan Arab Jamahiriya, United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.3/10 (194 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
75%
Cast
Anthony Quinn as Omar al-Mukhtar
Oliver Reed as General Rodolfo Graziani
Irene Papas as Mabrouka
Raf Vallone as Colonel Diodiece
Rod Steiger as Benito Mussolini
John Gielgud as Sharif El Gariani
Andrew Keir as Salem
Gastone Moschin as Major Tomelli
Most people think so. 83% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 194 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 75%.
Overview
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. Wikipedia โ†—
Audience Consensus

Lion of the Desert is a 1981 history, war, drama film directed by Moustapha Akkad. 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.

The film has been rated by 194 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a history film, Lion of the Desert delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

Lion of the Desert (1981) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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