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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
Self

Richard Kiley
Self

Malcolm X
Self

Cus D'Amato
Self

Stepin Fetchit
Self

Jim Jacobs
Self

Sonny Liston
Self (archive footage)

Henry Cooper
Self (archive footage)

Joe Louis
Self (archive footage)

Max Schmeling
Self (archive footage)
Olympia Part One: Festival of the Nations
1938