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Lion of the Desert (1981)
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This movie tells the story of Omar Mukhtar, an Arab Muslim rebel who fought against the Italian conquest of Libya in WWI... See full summary » Director:Moustapha Akkad |
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Irene Papas | ... |
Mabrouka
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Colonel Diodiece
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Salem
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Gastone Moschin | ... |
Major Tomelli
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Stefano Patrizi | ... |
Lt. Sandrini
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Adolfo Lastretti | ... |
Colonel Sarsani
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Sky du Mont | ... |
Prince Amadeo
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Takis Emmanuel | ... |
Bu-Matari
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Rodolfo Bigotti | ... |
Ismail
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Robert Brown | ... |
Al Fadeel
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Eleonora Stathopoulou | ... |
Ali's Mother
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This movie tells the story of Omar Mukhtar, an Arab Muslim rebel who fought against the Italian conquest of Libya in WWI. 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. Written by Ibrahim Bloushy <ZCS3313@sakaau03.bitnet>
Plot Summary | Plot SynopsisTaglines:
A giant of a man against a general seeking glory...a spectacular adventure of arch enemies in battle.Parents Guide:
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Language:
EnglishRelease Date:
(Finland) See more »Also Known As:
Omar Mukhtar: Lion of the Desert See more »Filming Locations:
LibyaBox Office
Budget:
$35,000,000 (estimated)Company Credits
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Omar Mukhtar: We do not kill *prisoners*!
Arab Warrior: *They* do it to *us*!
Omar Mukhtar: "They" are not our *teachers!*
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(uncredited)
Music by Eduardo Di Capua
Lyrics by Giovanni Capurro See more »
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The antagonists, Omar Muktar played by Anthony Quinn, and Gen. Graziani, played by Oliver Reed, only have two scenes together. See more »Goofs
Factual errors: During the narrated introduction immediately following the opening credits, the Earth is depicted revolving backwards - west-to-east instead of east-to-west. See more »Quotes
[Omar Mukhtar protects two surviving Italian soldiers]Omar Mukhtar: We do not kill *prisoners*!
Arab Warrior: *They* do it to *us*!
Omar Mukhtar: "They" are not our *teachers!*
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Soundtracks
"'O sole mio"(uncredited)
Music by Eduardo Di Capua
Lyrics by Giovanni Capurro See more »
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