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Ali is a 2001 American biographical sports drama directed by Michael Mann, with Will Smith portraying boxer Muhammad Ali. The film concentrates on the period from Ali's 1964 victory over Sonny Liston through his 1974 fight against George Foreman in Zaire, while also depicting his conversion to Islam, opposition to the Vietnam War, and conflicts with boxing authorities. Its cast includes Jamie Foxx, Jon Voight, and Mario Van Peebles.
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What period of Muhammad Ali's life does Ali cover?
Michael Mann's Ali focuses on the period from Muhammad Ali's 1964 victory over Sonny Liston to his 1974 fight against George Foreman in Zaire. It also includes major personal, political, and cultural events from that decade.
Who plays Muhammad Ali in the 2001 film Ali?
Will Smith plays Muhammad Ali in the 2001 American biographical sports drama. Smith trained extensively for the role and received an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor.
Who directed Ali?
Ali was directed by Michael Mann, whose other films include Heat and The Insider. The film uses a highly stylized visual approach to recreate Ali's boxing career and public life.
Does Ali show the fight against George Foreman?
Yes, the film builds toward Ali's 1974 bout with George Foreman in Zaire, later known as the Rumble in the Jungle. That fight is one of the central sporting events in the story.
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