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Oct 29, 2004 · Ray is a 2004 drama film that depicts the life and career of Ray Charles, a blind rhythm and blues singer and pianist. The film stars Jamie Foxx, who won an Oscar for his performance, and covers Charles's struggles with addiction, segregation and stardom.
- (158K)
- Biography, Drama, Music
- Taylor Hackford
- 2004-10-29
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Oct 29, 2004 · Watch Jamie Foxx's stunning performance as the legendary soul musician Ray Charles, who overcame blindness and addiction to redefine soul music. Read critics reviews, watch trailer, and find out where to stream or buy Ray on Fandango at Home or Prime Video.
- (205)
- Taylor Hackford
- PG-13
- Jamie Foxx
Ray Charles Robinson is raised in poverty in Florida by his mother, Aretha. Learning to play piano at an early age, Ray is haunted by the accidental death of his younger brother George, who drowns in their mother's washbasin. Ray loses his vision by age seven and becomes completely blind.
Jamie Foxx stars as the one-of-a-kind innovator of soul, Ray Charles, who overcame impossible odds and humble beginnings to become an extraordinary music legend. 6,325 IMDb 7.7 2 h 26 min 2004. X-Ray PG-13. Drama · Arts, Entertainment, and Culture · Gentle · Inspiring. Available to rent or buy.
- 146 min
A biographical film about the life and career of the legendary rhythm and blues musician Ray Charles, from his childhood blindness to his musical achievements and struggles. The plot summary covers his early years, his rise to fame, his personal relationships, his drug addiction, and his legacy.
Oct 29, 2004 · Touring across the Southern musical circuit, the soulful singer gained a reputation and then exploded with worldwide fame when he pioneered coupling gospel and country together. Born on a sharecropping plantation in Northern Florida, Ray Charles went blind at seven.
Oct 28, 2004 · Roger Ebert praises Jamie Foxx's performance as the blind soul singer Ray Charles, who invented soul music and fought against racism and addiction. He also reviews the film's portrayal of Charles' life, career, family and legacy.
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