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Lion of the Desert 1981

“He was a man of honor in a war without any.”

★ 7.3/10 PG HistoryWarDrama Released
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What is Lion of the Desert?

Lion of the Desert is a film first released in 1981. Catalogued under History, War, Drama.

Type
Film
Year
1981
Status
Released
Runtime
173 minutes
Release date
Apr 17, 1981
Studios
Falcon International Productions, Filmco International Productions
Genres
History, War, Drama
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82 /100 Solid Watch
⚡ Pacing & Momentum7.9/10
🧠 Narrative Depth9/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential7.7/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
🎯 Feature Film #History #War #Drama

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Lion of the Desert is a film first released in 1981. Catalogued under History, War, Drama. Produced and broadcast by Falcon International Productions, Filmco International Productions. Current status: Released.

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Should you watch it?

“A Libyan hero leads a decades‑long fight against Italian colonizers.”

Reasons to watch
  • Epic portrayal of guerrilla warfare
  • Strong performances by Anthony Quinn and Oliver Reed
  • Authentic depiction of Libyan anti‑colonial struggle
Keep in mind
  • Runtime approaches three hours, which may challenge some viewers
  • PG rating limits graphic depiction of the conflict's brutality

Watch it if you appreciate sweeping historical war dramas about resistance.

The film presents a serious, historically rooted tone suitable for mature viewers, though graphic violence is restrained.

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Who directed Lion of the Desert?

The film was directed by Moustapha Akkad.

Which actors headline the cast?

The cast includes Anthony Quinn, Oliver Reed, Irene Papasová, Raf Vallone, and Rod Steiger.

What historical events does the film depict?

It dramatizes Omar Mukhtar’s leadership of the Libyan resistance against Italian colonization before World II.

What is the film’s rating and runtime?

Lion of the Desert is rated PG and runs for approximately 2 hours and 53 minutes.

What genre does the film belong to?

It is classified as a historical war drama.

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