Release Date | 1981-04-17 |
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Runtime | 173 minutes |
Genres | History, War, Drama |
Stars | Anthony Quinn, Rod Steiger, Oliver Reed, Irene Papas, Raf Vallone |
Directors | David Butler, H.A.L. Craig, Moustapha Akkad, Maurice Jarre, Moustapha Akkad |
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.