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Oct 19, 2023 · With Will Smith‘s magnetic portrayal transforming him into Ali, the film provides a compelling, if abbreviated, look at key fights and sociopolitical stances that defined his legacy. But in condensing Ali‘s story into a 2.5 hour runtime, how much does Ali stretch the truth through creative fictionalization and omission of real events?
Dec 25, 2001 · “Ali” is a long, flat, curiously muted film about the heavyweight champion. It lacks much of the flash, fire and humor of Muhammad Ali and is shot more in the tone of a eulogy than a celebration. There is little joy here.
With wit and athletic genius, with defiant rage and inner grace, Muhammad Ali forever changed the American landscape. Fighting all comers, Ali took on the law, conventions, the status quo and the...
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Ali is a 2001 American biographical sports drama film co-written, produced and directed by Michael Mann. The film focuses on ten years in the life of the boxer Muhammad Ali, played by Will Smith, from 1964 to 1974, featuring his capture of the heavyweight title from Sonny Liston, his conversion to Islam, criticism of the Vietnam War, and ...
Ali: Directed by Michael Mann. With Will Smith, Jamie Foxx, Jon Voight, Mario Van Peebles. A biography of sports legend Muhammad Ali, focusing on his triumphs and controversies between 1964 and 1974.
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- Biography, Drama, Sport
- Michael Mann
- 2001-12-25
Dec 25, 2001 · Watching Ali, you can be sure of experiencing two opposing things: a sterling performance from Will Smith as Muhammad Ali and a bewilderingly punch-drunk movie from Michael Mann. Read More By Desson Thomson FULL REVIEW
Jan 28, 2002 · Although it lacks deep insight, Michael Mann's compelling account of legendary boxer Muhammad Ali captures the considerable impact and charisma of the man who literally punched his way into the...
