Lawrence of Arabia
Epic dramatisation of T E Lawrence's life and his efforts to unite the Arabs against the Turkish Empire in World War I. The film tells the story of the young desk soldier in Cairo, frustrated by lack of opportunity, who is finally given the chance to prove himself. Lawrence's complex personality is explored against a backdrop of stunning desert scenery and riveting action.
Starring
Peter O'Toole, Alec Guinness, Anthony Quinn
Director
David Lean