HistoryWarDrama

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.

"He was a man of honor in a war without any."

Credits

Anthony QuinnOmar Mukhtar

Rod SteigerBenito Mussolini

Oliver ReedGen. Rodolfo Graziani

Irene PapasMabrouka

Raf ValloneColonel Diodiece