Muhammad Ali reflects on his boxing career and societal impact during his exile in the late 1960s, featuring insights from Cus D'Amato and Malcolm X.
Synopsis
Muhammad Ali reflects on his boxing career and societal impact during his exile in the late 1960s, featuring insights from Cus D'Amato and Malcolm X.
Synopsis
Muhammad Ali sits with trainer Cus D'Amato, discussing his boxing career and potential matchups against past champions like Joe Louis. Directed by Jimmy Jacobs, a.k.a. Cassius Clay covers Ali's life during his exile from boxing in the late 1960s. The film features archival footage of Ali's fights with Sonny Liston, Henry Cooper, and Floyd Patterson. It includes commentary from figures such as Malcolm X and Angelo Dundee, providing context to Ali's impact on sports and society. The film runs for 79 minutes and premiered in 1970.
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Why Watch
- See rare footage of Ali's fights with Liston and Patterson.
- Meet key figures like Malcolm X and Cus D'Amato.
- Find out about Ali's views on military service.
Did You Know
- The film grossed $277,500 from 55 theaters upon release.
- Muhammad Ali was exiled from boxing for refusing military induction.
- Richard Kiley served as the narrator for the documentary.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who directed the documentary a.k.a. Cassius Clay?
The documentary a.k.a. Cassius Clay was directed by Jimmy Jacobs.
What was the box office gross of a.k.a. Cassius Clay?
A.k.a. Cassius Clay grossed $277,500 from 55 theaters.
Who narrated a.k.a. Cassius Clay?
Richard Kiley narrated a.k.a. Cassius Clay.
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