Mahershala Ali Is at His Best in an Underrated Apple TV+ Sci-Fi Romance

By Jeffrey Speicher

Published 17 hours ago

Forget 'Moonlight' and 'Green Book,' Ali's performance in this movie is his best.

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The Big Picture

Mahershala Ali delivers a tear-jerking performance as a tortured man facing an unthinkable fate in the emotionally gripping film Swan Song.
Ali's portrayal of Cameron showcases his range as an actor, from the surreal scenes of him fighting with his cloned self to the heart-wrenching moments spent with his son.
The film also features a light-hearted relationship between Ali's character and Awkwafina's character, providing moments of levity amidst the grim story.