Review of Ali (2012) by Abdurahman M — 07 Oct 2008

Jamie Fox showed some of his best acting in this movie. Will Smith pulled it off as Ali. Don't ask me how. Check it out.

This review of Ali (2012) was written by Abdurahman M on 07 Oct 2008.

Ali has generally received mixed reviews.

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