Muhammad Ali: The Greatest

Synopsis

Universally accepted as a true icon of the 20th century, Muhammad Ali’s phenomenal achievements spanned sport, politics and religion. One man – photographer William Klein had comprehensive access to the events that shaped Ali’s legend. In 1964, the young gregarious Cassius Clay successfully defeated the seemingly invincible Heavyweight Champion of the World Sonny Liston – the manner of Clay’s victory and his amazing persona made him an instant superstar. Through this incredible period, and Clay’s subsequent rematches with Liston, William Klein enjoyed unrivalled access top Clay’s camp – witnessing at first hand Cassius Clay becoming Muhammad Ali and angering the American people with his allegiance to Islam. Forward to Zaire 1974, and the return of Muhammad Ali to the world stage to face another invincible champion George Foreman. As Ali reclaimed the crown for a second time, Klein was ever present, capturing the full story at close quarter.

Main Cast

Muhammad Ali

Self

Age : 74 | Popularity : 7%

Sonny Liston

Self

Age : N/A | Popularity : 3%

George Foreman

Self

Age : 75 | Popularity : 3%

Malcolm X

Self (archive footage)

Age : 39 | Popularity : 7%

John Lennon

Self

Age : 40 | Popularity : 23%

Paul McCartney

Self

Age : 81 | Popularity : 14%

George Harrison

Self

Age : 58 | Popularity : 20%

Ringo Starr

Self

Age : 83 | Popularity : 8%

Crew

Department	Role	Name
Camera	Director of Photography	Étienne Becker William Klein
Editing	Editor	Eva Zora Francine Grubert
Directing	Director	William Klein
Department	Role	Name

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