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a.k.a. Cassius Clay

7.2/ 1019701h 19m

Documentary

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.

Directed by Jim Jacobs

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Muhammad Ali

Muhammad Ali

Self

Richard Kiley

Richard Kiley

Self

Malcolm X

Malcolm X

Self

Cus D'Amato

Cus D'Amato

Self

Stepin Fetchit

Stepin Fetchit

Self

Jim Jacobs

Self

Sonny Liston

Sonny Liston

Self (archive footage)

Henry Cooper

Henry Cooper

Self (archive footage)