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• Muhammad Ali - When We Were Kings | DVD | (14/05/2001) from £9.48   |  Saving you £8.51 (89.77%)   |  RRP £17.99

  On September 25 1974 in the wake of one of the greatest political scandals in its history - the ignominious collapse of the Nixon presidency - America was poised to watch a knockout punch that would redefine it as a nation of champions. In the atmosphere of a three-ring circus in Zaire a little known country ruled by a military dictator on the little-noticed continent of Africa two American fighters held the world's attention. One would capture the world's imagination. But four days before the scheduled Rumble in the Jungle as the heavyweight championship matchup between reigning title holder George Foreman and challenger Muhammad Ali was called the promoters announced that there would be a six week delay. And in that time span as the international media took in the rhythms of the music ant the mysterious beauty of the land and as anticipation for the fight mounted an entirely new phenomenon evolved - black Americans saw their own generational crossroads reflected in the contrasting images of the two men who had returned to Africa to fight.

• When We Were Kings | DVD | (02/02/2009) from £9.43   |  Saving you £2.56 (27.15%)   |  RRP £11.99

  Muhammad Ali's 1974 knockout of George Foreman to regain the heavyweight championship of the world at the age of 32 was probably the greatest sporting moment of the 20th century. Leon Gast's documentary on the "Rumble In The Jungle", When We Were Kings, eventually released in 1996, is probably the finest ever boxing film. The background to the contest was almost as dramatic as the fight itself. It was the first major coup for promoter Don King, a character described in this film as "very clever but completely amoral"--yet this was his finest hour. President Mobutu, unsavoury dictator of Zaire and a more frightening figure than either boxer, had spent millions of his country's money to host the event. George Foreman, like Sonny Liston before him and Mike Tyson after him, was considered unbeatable, expected to slaughter Ali. Seeing him pounding a dent the size of a grapefruit into a heavy bag during training, you can understand why. Ringside American journalists George Plimpton and in particular Norman Mailer offer exceptionally shrewd insights. As we stare into Ali's face during the minute interval at the end of round one, Mailer talks us through his probable thought processes. "That was the only time I ever saw fear in his eyes." Ali, of course, is the star, besting the sullen Foreman in the build-up with his freewheeling, hilarious braggadocio then outfoxing him in the fight with his "rope-a-dope" technique. Like Ali, the "Rumble In The Jungle" transcended sports in its inspirational significance. --David Stubbs

• Manny | DVD | (17/11/2014) from £3.99   |  Saving you £16.00 (401.00%)   |  RRP £19.99

  Beyond Boxing. Beyond Sport. The Untold Story of an 8-time World Champion. From a starving teenager who fought to feed his family to a Congressman working tirelessly to improve the lives of his people “Manny” explores the many triumphs and tribulations of Filipino boxing sensation Manny Pacquiao the greatest pound for pound fi ghter the world has ever seen. Narrated by Liam Neeson directed by Ryan Moore and Academy Award® winner Leon Gast (When We Were Kings).

• The Greatest / When We Were Ki | DVD | (12/09/2011) from £8.95   |  Saving you £4.04 (45.14%)   |  RRP £12.99

  Titles Comprise:When We Were Kings: On September 25, 1974, in the wake of one of the greatest political scandals in its history - the ignominious collapse of the Nixon presidency - America was poised to watch a knockout punch that would redefine it as a nation of champions. In the atmosphere of a three-ring circus, in Zaire, a little known country ruled by a military dictator, on the little-noticed continent of Africa, two American fighters held the world's attention. One would capture the world's imagination. But, four days before the scheduled Rumble in the Jungle, as the heavyweight championship matchup between reigning title holder George Foreman and challenger Muhammad Ali was called, the promoters announced that there would be a six week delay. And in that time span, as the international media took in the rhythms of the music and the mysterious beauty of the land, and as anticipation for the fight mounted an entirely new phenomenon evolved - black Americans saw their own generational crossroads reflected in the contrasting images of the two men who had returned to Africa to fight.The Greatest: 18 year-old Olympic gold medalist Cassius Clay feels ready to take on the heavyweight championship. In this dramatisation the incredible career of the legendary fighter is portrayed, as he gains in stature and power under the guidance of Angelo Dundee, Clay takes the heavyweight title away from Sonny Liston. Soon after his victory Clay converted to Islam, changing his name to Mohammad Ali, and begins a three year court battle to avoid being drafted into the army on religious grounds. This dramatic biography of a legend (starring Ali himself) excuse the pun, certainly pulls no punches.

• When We Were Kings/I Am Ali/The Trials Of Muhammad Ali Triple DVD Collection | DVD | (15/06/2015) from £12.43   |  Saving you £12.56 (101.05%)   |  RRP £24.99

  When We Were Kings The true story of the legendary 'Rumble in the Jungle' of 1974 in which Muhammad Ali endured a titanic battle with George Foreman. The fight took place in Zaire amidst a wealth of publicity and political intrigue and this film pieced together over 20 years chronicles it all. Featuring the music of the Fugees James Brown and BB King When We Were Kings won an Oscar for Best Feature Documentary. I Am Ali An intimate and heart-warming look at the man behind the legend--as we've never seen Ali before. I Am Ali is told through exclusive unprecedented access to Ali's personal archive of ‘audio journals' combined with touching interviews and testimonials from his inner circle of family and friends including his daughters son ex-wife and brother plus legends of the boxing community including Mike Tyson George Foreman and Gene Kilroy. Experience Ali's extraordinary story as a fighter lover brother father--told from the inside for the very first time. The Trials of Muhammad Ali The Trials of Muhammad Ali covers the explosive crossroads of Ali's life. When Cassius Clay becomes Muhammad Ali his conversion to Islam and refusal to serve in the Vietnam War leave him banned from boxing and facing a fve-year prison sentence. Ali's choice of belief and conscience over fame and fortune resonates far beyond the boxing ring striking issues of race faith and identity that continue to confront us all today.

• Manny | Blu Ray | (17/11/2014) from £6.76   |  Saving you £18.23 (72.90%)   |  RRP £24.99

  Beyond Boxing. Beyond Sport. The Untold Story of an 8-time World Champion. From a starving teenager who fought to feed his family to a Congressman working tirelessly to improve the lives of his people “Manny” explores the many triumphs and tribulations of Filipino boxing sensation Manny Pacquiao the greatest pound for pound fi ghter the world has ever seen. Narrated by Liam Neeson directed by Ryan Moore and Academy Award® winner Leon Gast (When We Were Kings).

• The Grateful Dead Movie | Blu Ray | (10/09/2012) from £20.23   |  Saving you £-0.24 (N/A%)   |  RRP £19.99

  The Grateful Dead Movie is the legendary documentary and live concert directed by Jerry Garcia.Capturing the band at the height of their success at San Francisco's Winter Ballroom in 1974, this end-of-tour run marked the beginning of an extended hiatus for the band, successfully portraying the burgeoning Deadhead scene.Transferred from the original 35mm film negative in high definition and presented in 1.78:1 widescreen aspect ratio, this Blu-Ray special edition contains a bonus DVD disc packed full of extras.

• The Greatest/When We Were Kings | DVD | (02/06/2008) from £6.99   |  Saving you £6.00 (85.84%)   |  RRP £12.99

  This boxset contains the following films: When We Were Kings (Dir. Leon Gast) (1996):On September 25 1974 in the wake of one of the greatest political scandals in its history - the ignominious collapse of the Nixon presidency - America was poised to watch a knockout punch that would redefine it as a nation of champions. In the atmosphere of a three-ring circus in Zaire a little known country ruled by a military dictator on the little-noticed continent of Africa two American fighters held the world's attention. One would capture the world's imagination. But four days before the scheduled ""Rumble in the Jungle "" as the heavyweight championship matchup between reigning title holder George Foreman and challenger Muhammad Ali was called the promoters announced that there would be a six week delay. And in that time span as the international media took in the rhythms of the music and the mysterious beauty of the land and as anticipation for the fight mounted an entirely new phenomenon evolved - black Americans saw their own generational crossroads reflected in the contrasting images of the two men who had returned to Africa to fight. The Greatest (Dir. Tom Gries / Monte Hellman) (1977):18 year-old Olympic gold medalist Cassius Clay feels ready to take on the heavyweight championship. In this dramatisation the incredible career of the legendary fighter is portrayed as he gains in stature and power under the guidance of Angelo Dundee Clay takes the heavyweight title away from Sonny Liston. Soon after his victory Clay converted to Islam changing his name to Mohammad Ali and begins a three year court battle to avoid being drafted into the army on religious grounds. This dramatic biography of a legend (starring Ali himself) excuse the pun certainly pulls no punches.

• Celia Cruz And The Fania All Stars In Africa | DVD | (21/04/2003) from £N/A   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £6.99

  Universally known as the Queen of Salsa Celia Cruz is one of the creators and major influences of Afro-Cuban music. A winner of a Grammy'' Award together with other internationally renowned artists signed to the famed record label Fania they toured extensively as the Fania Allstars. The Fania label was set up in 1964 and became a unique record of modern salsa. In 1974 Celia Cruz & the Fania Allstars were invited to take part in a 3-day festival in celebration of black sports and entertainment in Kinshasa Zaire. Their original performance on the first day caused such a hysterical response from the audience that they were invited back two days later for an encore performance. The concert was part of the infamous Rumble in the Jungle title fight between the reigning champion George Foreman and Muhammad Ali. Their phenomenal performance to an audience of 80 000 people at the Stadu du Hai was shot in 35mm on six cameras by director Leon Gast (who won an Academy Award for When We Were Kings.) Tracklisting: Kymbala (Celia Cruz) Guantanemera (Celia Cruz) En Orbita El Raton Mi Gente Guantanemera Ponte Duro Fania Theme

• The Grateful Dead Movie | DVD | (30/07/2012) from £24.28   |  Saving you £-9.29 (-62.00%)   |  RRP £14.99

  The Grateful Dead Movie is the legendary documentary and live concert directed by Jerry Garcia.Capturing the band at the height of their success at San Francisco's Winter Ballroom in 1974, this end-of-tour run marked the beginning of an extended hiatus for the band, successfully portraying the burgeoning Deadhead scene.Transferred from the original 35mm film negative in high definition and presented in 1.78:1 widescreen aspect ratio.

• B.B. King - Sweet Sixteen | DVD | (24/02/2003) from £9.47   |  Saving you £0.51 (7.87%)   |  RRP £6.99

  In 1974 B.B. King brought the blues back to Africa. An audience of 80 000 came to Kinshasa for a 3 day music festival. B.B. King filled the night with his raw power searing energy and heart stopping emotion. Now this classic footage is available on DVD and an unforgettable night of music lived again. Songs: To Know You Is To Love you I Believe In My Soul Why I Sing The Blues Aint Nobody Home Sweet 16 The Thrill Is Gone I Like To Live The Love

• The Pointer Sisters - All Night Long | DVD | (24/02/2003) from £4.99   |  Saving you £13.00 (260.52%)   |  RRP £17.99

  In 1974 one of the great fights of the century was taking place in Kinshasa Zaire between George Foreman the champion and Muhammad Ali (you can see him in the audience at the show). Sponsored by the government of Zaire it was a celebration of black sports and entertainment. Among those great entertainers was The Pointer Sisters performing for an audience of more than 50 000 fans. Their shows were shot in 35mm on six cameras and directed by Leon Gast who won the Academy Award for When We Were Kings. Songs: Hands Up All Night Long Steam Heat Salt Peanuts Swanee River Medley Old Songs Ba Meir Bist Du Schien That's Aplenty Alexander's Ragtime Band I Wish I Could Shimmy Yes We Can Can Love Up in Them Hills.

• Smash his Camera | DVD | (28/02/2011) from £10.97   |  Saving you £4.02 (26.80%)   |  RRP £14.99

  Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis sued him Marlon Brando broke his jaw and Steve McQueen gave him a look that could have killed. To the celebrities he pursued photographer Ron Galella was the beast who threatened beauty. As it turned out he gave them a strange and lasting beauty they might never have known without him. Oscar winner Leon Gest (When Were Kings) brilliantly explores the story of this notorious paparazzo and in doing so sheds lights onto the complex issues of the right to privacy freedom of the press and the ever-growing vortex of celebrity worship

• The Pointer Sisters | DVD | (20/04/2009) from £N/A   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £9.99

  The Grammy award-winning group from California is best known for their eclectic mix of pop music disco jazz bebop blues country soul funk dance new wave and rock. The sisters began touring and performing in the early seventies and provided backing vocals for such artists as Grace Slick Sylvester James Boz Scaggs and Elvin Bishop eventually becoming an established group in their own right. In 1974 The Pointer Sisters attended a three-day Black and Latin music festival in Kinshasha Zaire which also coincided with the famous 'Rumble in the Jungle' boxing match between Ali and George Foreman. They are captured here by award-winning filmmaker Leon Gast performing in front of a crowd of 80 000. Tracklist: 1. Hands Up 2. Wang Dang Doodle 3. Steam Heat 4. Salt Peanuts 5. Yes We Can 6. All Night Long 7. Swanee River Medley 8. Old Songs 9. Ba Meir Bist Du Schien 10. That's a Plenty 11. Alexandra's Ragtime Band 12. I Wish I Could Be Shimmy 13. Love Up In Them Hills