Review of Ali (2001) by Spangle — 14 Feb 2016
Powerful, emotionally stirring, and ever captivating, Michael Mann's biopic Ali is a brilliant film that is an example of Mann directing in peak form, comparable to his success with Heat and The Insider.
The direction is fantastic and this film touches on many aspects of Muhammad Ali's compelling life and none of them feel out of place. They all feel as if they are coherent and moving towards the same goal.
Additionally, the writing is fantastic and did a great job both capturing Ali and making compelling cinema. Will Smith is phenomenally charismatic in the lead role and truly embodies the boxing legend.
The choreography of the fights and everything to do with them is fantastic with the music and editing being particular highlights. Both ensure that the fights are as climactic as possible and also compelling as possible.
Overall, Ali is truly a brilliant work from Michael Mann that reaches far and high and winds up knocking out the competition.
This review of Ali (2001) was written by Spangle on 14 Feb 2016.
Ali has generally received positive reviews.
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