a.k.a. Cassius Clay (1970)
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.
Director: Jim Jacobs
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Muhammad Ali as Self |
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Richard Kiley as Self |
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Malcolm X as Self |
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Cus D'Amato as Self |
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Stepin Fetchit as Self |
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Jim Jacobs as Self |
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Sonny Liston as Self (archive footage) |
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Henry Cooper as Self (archive footage) |
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Joe Louis as Self (archive footage) |
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Max Schmeling as Self (archive footage) |
| Editing | Edward P. Bartsch | Editor |
| Camera | Isidore Mankofsky | Director of Photography |
| Directing | Jim Jacobs | Director |
