a.k.a. Cassius Clay

Jim Jacobs
1970-11-03


7.5
79 min

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

Name Character Team
Muhammad Ali Himself Unowned
Richard Kiley Himself Unowned
Malcolm X Himself Unowned
Cus D'Amato Himself Unowned
Sonny Liston Himself (Archival Footage) Unowned
Stepin Fetchit Himself Unowned
Henry Cooper Himself (Archival Footage) Unowned
Jim Jacobs Himself Unowned
Joe Louis Himself (Archival Footage) Unowned
Max Schmeling Himself (Archive Footage) Unowned