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Doclisboa2026 - Heart Beat | The Fight [The William Greaves Director's Cut]
Doclisboa2026 - Heart Beat | The Fight..
Cinema 5€
Tuesday 20 October · 21:45
The 4K-restored director's cut of William Greaves' 1971 film records the 'fight of the century' between Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier at Madison Square Garden, a bout that mirrored America's deep divisions over race, war and politics. Portuguese premiere on 20 October at 21.45, São Jorge, Room M. Oliveira.
Synopsis Screenings 20 OCT / 21.45, São Jorge, Room M. Oliveira The Fight [The William Greaves Director's Cut] Wiliam Greaves • 1971 • USA • 127’ • DCP Portuguese Premiere Restored Film Promoted as "the fight of the century", the 1971 heavyweight title bout between Joe Frazier and Muhammad Ali mirrored the deep divisions of the United States. Returning to the ring after being stripped of his title for refusing to do military service, Ali faced the undefeated champion before a nation polarised over race, war and politics. Greaves and his team recorded the media frenzy, the split in public opinion and the fight itself at Madison Square Garden. Restored in 4K, this version is Greaves' preferred edit of a film that bears witness to a decisive upheaval in US history. Prices General - 5€ Reduced mobility - 5€