Lawrence of Arabia
1962Directed by: David Lean
Starring: Peter O'Toole, Alec Guinness, Anthony Quinn
The story of British officer T.E. Lawrence's mission to aid the Arab tribes in their revolt against the Ottoman Empire during the First World War. Lawrence becomes a flamboyant, messianic figure in the cause of Arab unity but his psychological instability threatens to undermine his achievements.
Adventure
War
History
Epic history and literature
War and historical adventure
Historical battles and epic heroism
Military combat and heroic soldiers
Lavish dramas and sumptuous royalty
Captivating vision and Shakespearean drama
Political drama, patriotism, and war