a.k.a. Cassius Clay

Nov 3, 1970

1h 19m

★ 7.5

Overview

The study of crazy brilliance and flamboyant sincerity. a.k.a. Cassius Clay presents a fascinating look at the incredible life and achievements of one of the most courageous, outspoken and charismatic figures of boxing: Muhammad Ali. Born Cassius Clay in 1942, Ali soon rose to become a renowned athlete, an articulate author and a compelling political; leader. Audacious, ambitious and totally fearless, Ali became a symbol of pride, a legend of hope and one of the most extraordinary cultural icons of the 20th century.

Genres

Documentary

a.k.a. Cassius Clay Trailers

Cast

Self

Muhammad Ali

Self

Richard Kiley

Self

Malcolm X

Self

Cus D'Amato

Self

Stepin Fetchit

Self

Jim Jacobs

Self (archive footage)

Sonny Liston

Self (archive footage)

Henry Cooper

Self (archive footage)

Joe Louis

Self (archive footage)

Max Schmeling

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4.4

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5.2

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7.3

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