Episode number 1 of Series “Muhammad Ali: the whole story”.
An in depth, six-part chronological document on one of the twentieth century’s greatest sportspersons, Muhammad Ali. This first episode documents Cassius Clay’s first transverse into non-professional boxing from his beginnings to Olympic success. It also takes into account his introduction to Islam and the effect this would have in his later life. This is the beginning chapter into the life of the greatest champion in the history of boxing. Includes interviews with friends, foes and those that worked closely with him. Muhammad Ali himself, was a consultant for this series. Written by Gary Cohen. Narrated by Don Maseng.
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ACMI Identifier
312579
Language
English
Audience classification
PG
Subject categories
Documentary → Documentary films - United States
Feature films → Feature films - United States
Hobbies, Recreation & Sport → Ali, Muhammad, 1942-
Hobbies, Recreation & Sport → Athletes
Hobbies, Recreation & Sport → Boxers - Biography
Hobbies, Recreation & Sport → Boxing
Hobbies, Recreation & Sport → Olympics
Hobbies, Recreation & Sport → Sports
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
VHS; Access Print (Section 1)