SummaryThe Trials Of Muhammad Ali investigates its extraordinary and often complex subject's life outside the boxing ring. From joining the controversial Nation of Islam and changing his name from Cassius Clay to Muhammad Ali, to his refusal to serve in the Vietnam War in the name of protesting racial inequality, to his global humanitarian work, Muhamma... Read More
Directed By:Bill Siegel
The Trials of Muhammad Ali
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Generally Favorable
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Aug 22, 2013
100
A wholly illuminating look at Muhammad Ali in all his complexity, providing a surprisingly fresh and vivid portrait of a man who played rope-a-dope with history, religion and sport and emerged from the ring as an inspiring, and flawed icon.
Oct 17, 2013
75
The archival footage in Bill Siegel’s documentary The Trials of Muhammad Ali is wondrous. How could it not be, featuring the gentleman in the title.
Aug 22, 2013
70
The Trials Of Muhammad Ali’s real value is in showing—not just talking about—the time and place in which Ali lived.
Aug 22, 2013
60
The film falls short of explaining Mr. Ali, who, like many outspoken individuals, can stubbornly repel scrutiny, nor will it pacify the many who opposed his conscientious objections. But it also underlines one enduring quality: namely, that he probably couldn’t care less what people think.
Aug 22, 2013
38
Bill Siegel has made more of a Ken Burns-esque history book--that is, a medium more dry and factual--than a film.
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Production Company:
- Kartemquin Films
Release Date:Aug 23, 2013
Duration:1 h 26 m
Tagline:The fame and the fury of the most famous face of the 20th century.
Awards
News & Documentary Emmy Awards
• 1 Win & 3 Nominations
International Documentary Association
• 1 Win & 1 Nomination
FOCAL International Awards
• 1 Win & 1 Nomination
