This movie tells the story of Omar Mukhtar, an Arab Muslim rebel who fought against the Italian conquest of Libya during the second Italo-Senussi War. 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.

Release Date: 1981-04-17

Genres: Action ,History ,War

Director: Moustapha Akkad

Actors: Anthony Quinn ,Rod Steiger ,Oliver Reed ,Irene Papas ,Raf Vallone ,John Gielgud ,Andrew Keir ,Gastone Moschin ,Stefano Patrizi ,Adolfo Lastretti

Duration: 2h 53m

IMDB rating: 7.3