The Trials of Muhammad Ali
Cassius Clay, the brash boxer, exploded into the American consciousness in the early 1960s, just ahead of the Civil Rights movement. His transformation into the spiritually enlightened heavyweight champion Muhammad Ali is legendary, but his religious awakening also resulted in a bitter legal battle with the United States government after he refused to serve in the Vietnam War. This documentary explores the perfect storm of race, religion, and politics that shaped one of sports' most recognizable figures.
Released: 2013-08-23
Genre:
Documentary