a.k.a. Cassius Clay (1970)
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.
Cast
Muhammad Ali
Self
Richard Kiley
Self
Malcolm X
Self
Cus D'Amato
Self
Stepin Fetchit
Self
Sonny Liston
Self (archive footage)
Henry Cooper
Self (archive footage)
Joe Louis
Self (archive footage)
Max Schmeling
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