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A powerful portrait of Al-Mu’assis Karriem AbdAllah, the Newark martial arts pioneer who became the first American to create his own system. From making history in the world’s first televised MMA match during the “Thriller in Manila” scorecard to inspiring pride and empowerment within the Black community, his influence reached far beyond the mat. Archival footage and personal stories illuminate how his vision and relentless drive transformed martial arts and shaped generations to come.
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