Apple TVThe Greatest (1977)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Progressive
Viewer Rating
Rating: 4.5
Overview
Muhammad Ali's life story up to the late 1970s, which includes his Olympic boxing triumphs as Cassius Clay, his conversion to Islam, his refusal of the Army draft and the legal battle after being stripped of his World Title.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TV
Google PlayBias Dimensions
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: High
Christianity: Negative
Islam: Positive
Overview
Muhammad Ali's life story up to the late 1970s, which includes his Olympic boxing triumphs as Cassius Clay, his conversion to Islam, his refusal of the Army draft and the legal battle after being stripped of his World Title.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TVGoogle PlayDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Progressive
Primary
The film's dominant themes align with progressive values, celebrating Muhammad Ali's principled stand against the Vietnam War and systemic injustice, emphasizing anti-war sentiment, civil rights, and religious freedom.
The film, a biopic of Muhammad Ali, features a cast that accurately reflects the real-life individuals involved, including Ali himself. Its narrative is deeply rooted in themes of racial justice, religious freedom, and individual defiance against societal and governmental pressures, thereby offering a strong critique of traditional power structures.
Secondary
The film depicts Muhammad Ali's early life within a Christian context, which he later rejects in favor of Islam. The narrative frames Christianity as a faith he found insufficient or problematic in addressing racial injustice, thus justifying his conversion.
The film centers on Muhammad Ali's life, prominently featuring his conversion to and adherence to Islam. It portrays his faith as a fundamental aspect of his identity, providing him with strength, conviction, and a moral compass, aligning the narrative with the dignity of his religious journey.
The Greatest (1977) is a biographical film centered on Muhammad Ali's life and career. The narrative does not include any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or explore related themes, thus there is no portrayal to evaluate.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The film is a biographical drama about Muhammad Ali, featuring real historical figures. All major characters, including Ali and his family, are portrayed by actors matching the documented genders of the historical individuals.
The film is a biopic about the life of Muhammad Ali, a Black historical figure. All major historical characters, including Ali and his family, are portrayed by actors of the same race as their real-life counterparts, thus containing no race swaps.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
4.5
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
5.8
5.7
Critic Ratings
2.0
N/A
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