Review of When We Were Kings (1996) by Jason T — 04 Oct 2008

Ali at his most magnificent best a true inspiration. Ali boomiyeh Ali bomiyeh.

This review of When We Were Kings (1996) was written by Jason T on 04 Oct 2008.

When We Were Kings has generally received very positive reviews.

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