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Movie Overview
Cast
Muhammad Ali
George Foreman
George Plimpton
Director
Leon Gast
MPAA Rating
PG
When We Were Kings (1996)
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(1 - 7) of 7
OFCS Rating: 100% Fresh
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"Capturing Ali's legendary charm and enthusiasm, the moment is utterly enchanting. He's stunning here, to-die-for charismatic, terrifically entertaining and confident."
Philadelphia City Paper
Cynthia Fuchs
A
"Wonderful sports documentary covering the 1974 heavyweight championship fight in Zaire."
Ozus' World Movie Reviews
Dennis Schwartz
3/4
"You don't have to be a sports fan to enjoy this.... All you need is an appreciation of recent history and a desire to learn more about an event that had far more importance in the world's eyes than any other heavyweight bout in the history of boxing."
ReelViews
James Berardinelli
4.5/5
"A piece of history that touches and inspires."
Netflix
James Rocchi
4/5
"Gast never makes a mistake by turning the camera on Ali—he comes through like a champ every time."
ToxicUniverse.com
John A. Nesbit
3/4
"A good example of able filmmakers staying out of the way of a very interesting subject."
Movie Habit
Marty Mapes
A
"This is a great documentary film and a must for fans of the sport and Ali."
Reeling Reviews
Robin Clifford
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OFCS Rating: 100% Fresh
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