Join us for a screening taking place at America House Kyiv and participate in a discussion about resilience, national identity, as well as the questionable sports ethics in “When We Were Kings” (1996), an Oscar-winning documentary about Muhammad Ali and the legendary 1974 “Rumble in the Jungle” boxing match. 

Explore the language of cinema, watch movies in their original language, and practice your English-speaking skills through friendly moderated discussions at American Film Nights with America House Kyiv. Join us Tuesdays at 18:30 at America House Kyiv.

Participation is by pre-registration only. Learn more about our upcoming films and how to attend here.

Our next event will take place on August 12th, at 18:30 at America House Kyiv (Mykoly Pymonenka Street 6.) 

“When We Were Kings” (1996)

It’s 1974 and 32-year old Muhammad Ali is thought by many to be past his prime. George Foreman is ten years younger and the heavyweight champion of the world. Promoter Don King wants to make a name for himself and offers both fighters five million dollars apiece to fight one another, and when they accept, King has only to come up with the money. He finds a willing backer in Mobutu Sese Suko, the dictator of Zaire, and the “Rumble in the Jungle” is set, including a musical festival featuring some of America’s top black performers, like James Brown and B.B. King 

• Genre: Documentary, Sport

• Runtime: 1h 28m

• Rating: PG

All America House Kyiv events and activities are free. Please register yourself and anyone else planning to come with you by 12:00 PM on August 12th so we can save you a seat.

Spots are limited, but if you can’t make it this time, we’ll be happy to see you at our other events.

Please familiarize yourself with the rules of admission before your visit. Remember to bring your passport or driver’s license to enter America House Kyiv. 

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