Ali (film)

Ali is a 2001 American biographical sports drama film co-written, directed, and produced by Michael Mann. The film focuses on a decade in the life of the iconic boxer Muhammad Ali, from 1964 to 1974, portraying his rise to world heavyweight champion, his conversion to Islam and criticism of the Vietnam War, and his controversial comeback fight against George Foreman, known as "The Rumble in the Jungle."

The film stars Will Smith as Ali, and features an ensemble cast including Jamie Foxx as Drew Bundini Brown, Jon Voight as Howard Cosell, Mario Van Peebles as Malcolm X, Ron Silver as Angelo Dundee, and Jeffrey Wright as Howard Bingham.

Ali explores the social and political climate of the 1960s and 1970s through the lens of Ali's experiences. It delves into his relationships with prominent figures of the time, his struggles against racial injustice, and the personal cost of his convictions. The film received mixed to positive reviews, with particular praise given to Smith's performance. It was nominated for two Academy Awards: Best Actor for Will Smith and Best Supporting Actor for Jon Voight.