‘Ali’ With Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Van Lathan
Michael Mann's 2001 biopic Ali, starring Will Smith, is a flawed but ambitious attempt to capture the myth and man behind Muhammad Ali, focusing on his political awakening and personal sacrifices rather than just his boxing prowess. The film stumbles with pacing and tone but earns rewatch
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