February 22, 2014

In celebration of Black History Month, MPAC along with the Masjid Al-Shareef and the ILM Foundation invite you to a screening of "The Trials of Muhammad Ali," a documentary by Bill Siegel and Kartemquin Films, on Saturday, Feb. 22.

SEE: Trailer of "The Trials of Muhammad Ali"

Featuring never before seen pictures and footage, the film investigates the extraordinary and complex life of boxer Muhammad Ali outside the ring. From joining the controversial Nation of Islam and changing his name from Cassius Clay to his refusal to serve in the Vietnam War in the name of protesting racial inequality to his global humanitarian work, Ali remains an inspiring and controversial figure.

Join us and learn how Ali fought for justice in the political arena, not for a title, but for the sake of humanity in this brilliant portrayal of his greatest fight outside of the ring.

Screening of "The Trials of Muhammad Ali"

WHEN: Saturday, Feb. 22, 2014
General Public showings at 3:30 and 7:30 p.m.

WHERE: Masjid Al-Shareef
2104 Orange Ave, Long Beach, CA 90806

TICKETS: $10, which incudes lunch or dinner, respectively
All funds will go toward the Masjid Al Shareef's computer lab.

"An intriguing portrait of a man who never wavered no matter what the world threw at him. Which was a lot."

~ By Kenneth Turan, Los Angeles Times Film Critic