Review of Ali (2012) by Luca D — 11 Jan 2009

Telling the life story of one of the most iconic and inimitable figures of the 20th Century was never going to be an easy task, and although this doesn't quiet manage it, it certainly gives it a damn good try. Will Smith is at the top of his game, but it is difficult at times to imagine him (or indeed anyone else) as the great man; although again he comes probably closer than any other actor would have.

I wasn't as moved or effected by this as other bio-pics, such as Ray or La Vie En Rose. Although it didn't cover a vast amount of time in his life, the film seemed over-long at over 2 1/2 hours. But, this isn't a bad film, and will hopefully encourage people who don't know too much about this cultural and historical figure to find out more.