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I'm Carl Lewis!

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I’M CARL LEWIS! unpacks the extraordinary and often misunderstood life of nine-time Olympic gold medalist Carl Lewis -- one of track and field’s most dominant yet polarizing figures. Celebrated as “The Greatest” and athletics' first global commercial star, his relentless ambition, bold self-expression, and refusal to be pigeonholed shaped not only his legacy but the sport itself.

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Daniel Fienberg The Hollywood Reporter This doesn’t offer as full an overhaul for Lewis, but it’s effective in underlining his athletic greatness. Mar 9, 2025 Full Review Carla Renata The Curvy Film Critic I'm Carl Lewis is an illuminated look at an athletes rise, fall and uprising like a phoenix if for nothing else to prove how vital it is to not let people define how you think. Say what you think and do what you believe. Mar 14, 2025 Full Review Christopher Llewellyn Reed Hammer to Nail He was always a picture of athletic grace, and seeing the highlights of his career reminds us of what made him special. Mar 12, 2025 Full Review Nadia Dalimonte Next Best Picture Skillfully reintroduces a unique and misunderstood voice to a new generation. Rated: 7/10 Mar 11, 2025 Full Review Alan French Sunshine State Cineplex With incredible honesty from its subject and a well constructed framework, I’m Carl Lewis delivers an enjoyable experience. Rated: 7/10 Mar 11, 2025 Full Review Read all reviews

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Synopsis I’M CARL LEWIS! unpacks the extraordinary and often misunderstood life of nine-time Olympic gold medalist Carl Lewis -- one of track and field’s most dominant yet polarizing figures. Celebrated as “The Greatest” and athletics' first global commercial star, his relentless ambition, bold self-expression, and refusal to be pigeonholed shaped not only his legacy but the sport itself.
Director
Julie Anderson, Chris Hay
Producer
Gabriel Clarke, Ian Davies, Torquil Jones, Chris Hay, John Mckenna
Genre
Biography, Documentary, Sports
Original Language
English
Runtime
1h 37m