Ali

  • 2002


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Positive Reviews 41
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Average Rating 3.4/5
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2.0
For all of its swirling docudrama bravura, Ali is a surprisingly downbeat epic, full of hushed, reflective moments in which we see the private Ali pul .. EW
2.5
It lacks much of the flash, fire and humor of Muhammad Ali and is shot more in the tone of a eulogy than a celebration. Rogerebert
5.0
Like his fighting style, it can float like a butterfly and sting like a bee.Director Michael Mann strikes just the right balance between the personal .. Common Sense Media
4.5
Django Unchained Columbia/The Weinstein Company/Kobal/REX/Shutterstock While its not exploitative like its predecessor Mandingo, Tarantino designed th .. Indie Wire
2.5
The film is, um, punchy, but it lacks for The Insiders intelligent emotional and political complexity.
3.0
The best thing about Michael Manns sprawling yet strangely non encompassing biopic of Muhammad Alis life is Jon Voight, who loses himself in the role ..
3.8
At more than 2 1/2 hours, the films length is both its weakness and its strength.Its a trade off many of us will gladly make. San Francisco Chronicle
4.0
It may not scale the heights of Heat or The Insider, but this is riveting stuff and reconfirms Manns status as a master of the medium.
2.0
Critique: Too much style, too little substance, too many questions left unanswered and way too much reliance on songs, editing and montages, make for .. JoBlo
5.0
Here Ali stood his ground saying at one time with determination and pluck: I aint got to be what anyone else wants me to be. Spirituality And Practice
3.8
Unsentimental, non glamorized, and unclouded by the usual overlay of rose colored nostalgia, this is a raw but rewarding motion picture. ReelViews
3.0
Three time world heavyweight champion, media superstar, African American hero, American icon. Tv Guide
3.1
Despite its narrative flaws, Ali manages to find the Champs spirit. Mark Reviews Movies
3.0
While Ali the film isnt the greatest, its quality components still make it an Oscar contender.
3.1
It is a shame this film isnt better, despite all the money and talent that went into it. Lariat
3.0
Michael Mann should be honored for his talent at sleight of hand.In 1999s The Insider, the writer/director took a dry subject (ethics in journalism) a .. Eric Ds Nider
3.0
The transformation and resultant performance is not only startling, but its also what carries the picture and makes one forgive most of its faults. Screen It
4.0
Having said that, Ali remains an extremely enjoyable, frequently exhilarating film to watch and Smiths performance has to be seen to be believed. View London
5.0
Though the film may not have the more obvious dramatic and emotional payoffs one might get from a more conventionally crafted biopic, Manns free flowi .. Film Journal International ..
3.5
Instead, this drama is way too long, too full of itself and dare I say it ham fisted. Deseret News (Salt Lake Ci ..
1.0
A movie that, at its best, is as brashly eloquent in cinematic expression as Ali was with his fists. Toronto Star
2.0
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3.5
Definitely worth seeing because of exciting scenes with Smith and Voight sparring verbally as Ali and Cossell. Reel Talk Reviews
3.8
A lot of the beats are a bit too familiar from previous entries in the series, which isnt surprising given that this is the fifth film to play off the .. Q Network
3.5
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4.0
Despite its failings, Ali delivers a consistently engaging and involving story of individual heroism which, given the mans revered status, is what man .. Bbc
3.8
The enduring legacy of Beauty lies not, of course, in those facts and figures, but in that it is simply one of the finest works of cinema ever created .. Mr Brown Movies
2.5
Every other actor walks in and out of the film with messy rapidity and next to no added dimensions. The Movie Boy
3.5
Movies offer us wildly divergent stories with vivid, close up emotions, and so did the six fimmakers we invited to take part in the Envelope Directors .. Calendar Live
3.0
Unfortunately the films early scenes dont really give the audience much insight into Ali the person; instead the movie assumes well all be on board wi .. Hollywood
3.0
It would make the movie a grim, cautionary tragedy instead of the feel good movie of the 2001 holiday movie season. Seattle Pi
4.5
An interesting look into the life of boxer Muhammad Ali with a wonderful performance by Will Smith.
2.5
This isnt a failed picture, but its an exceptionally curious missed opportunity. Cnn
3.8
Its an incredible perspective that provides a visceral sense of power in punches both thrown and received. Spliced Wire
3.1
Boxing Day In addition to the drama, Ali features a handful of boxing matches, and this is where the film really shines.Michael Mann is a master of te .. Movie Habit
3.0
Ultimately Ali is a film where style gets the better of substance, but for Smith and the finale you really should take your seat ringside. Raidió Teilifís Éireann
3.0
You keep watching, but you never feel drawn in.You keep waiting for that pivotal scene, that big dramatic left hook, but it never comes. Independent Ie
3.1
Smith as Ali delivers many more zingers, strong statements packing just as much punch as his fists. Ross Anthony
2.5
And that is the main problem with Ali; it can be a boring cinematic experience. Matts Movie Reviews
3.8
But it is Mr. Smiths confident, physically dynamic performance as the title character that keeps the meandering film afloat. Big Picture Big Sound
3.5
I respect it enormously, but it feels like an art film in search of a movie. News Week
2.5
You will be able to save yourself from getting disappointed of watching nothing but a lame movie. Window To The Movies
4.0
Heck, if each of its wordless, emotionally pregnant scenes were filled with dialogue, Ali could easily have filled 300 pages.This is not to say I didn .. Film Quips Online
3.0
Its easily the strongest performance of his career, giving the movie a strong and nearly unshakable heart. Flip Side Archive
2.0
If you want to know which one started it all, take a look at Alien and see for yourself. Film Blather
3.8
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4.0
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5.0
In the end, it comes down to a signature pose: From behind, we see Ali, head slightly bowed but arms raised in triumph.As is the movie: Aliis definite .. Seattle Times
4.4
The pictures direction is its strongest asset, and the look of it is stunningly cohesive (almost to the point of distraction everything looks so good .. Movie Martyr
3.0
But then Im back to the gorgeous look and feel of it, and the moving commitment to Alis global (not just American) importance as a black icon, and sta .. Nicks Flick Picks
2.5
Aside from a lack of story and meandering direction, the thing I liked least about Ali was the guerrilla style cinematography. Fantastic A Daily
4.5
SDCC 2018 is in the books and Hal Rudnick was on the on the floor in San Diego checking out the best cosplay, exclusive sights, and more at Comic Con! .. I Film
3.5
I was sorry when I learned that Michaels, the well known childrens hair cutting salon at Madison Avenue and 90th Street, went out of business recently .. Ny Observer
2.0
Ali ultimately is a film of amazing performances, but not a whole film. Phantom Tollbooth
2.0
Whether this style of filmmaking is suited to telling the larger than life story of Muhammad Ali is debatable though. Movie Gurus



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