In the second half of February, we’ll be focusing more on the entertainment/art side of Black History. I think Muhammad Ali serves as the perfect bridge. Ali was one of the greatest boxer in the world, but his fight for racial justice was just as admirable.
Ali focuses on a ten year period in the life of Muhammad Ali, played by Will Smith. Key points in the film include his epic fight with Sonny Liston, his journey with Islam and its ideals, his refusal to be drafted for the Vietnam War and its fallout, and his comeback.
It was nominated for many awards and won several, including three NAACP Image Awards, with both Will Smith and Jamie Foxx winning one. It is available here.
