23min chapter

The Gray Area with Sean Illing cover image

Ken Burns's latest on The Greatest

The Gray Area with Sean Illing

CHAPTER

The Legacy of Muhammad Ali

This chapter explores the documentary focused on Muhammad Ali, detailing his revolutionary boxing style and charismatic personality that transcended the sport. It delves into Ali's cultural impact, activism, and the challenges of storytelling in documentary filmmaking, particularly how historical narratives can be related to contemporary issues. The conversation emphasizes Ali's role in redefining black identity and power in America and reflects on the complexities of his beliefs, relationships, and the transient nature of being a public figure.

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