Ray

Ray

2004 · 152 min · EN · PG-13 · 7.5 (2,225 votes)
Dir. Taylor Hackford · Starring Jamie Foxx, Kerry Washington, Regina King, Harry Lennix, Clifton Powell, Bokeem Woodbine · Music Craig Armstrong

The extraordinary life story of Ray Charles.

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Born on a sharecropping plantation in Northern Florida, Ray Charles went blind at seven. Inspired by a fiercely independent mom who insisted he make his own way, He found his calling and his gift behind a piano keyboard. 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.

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This film is a raw, soulful journey through the highs and lows of a musical legend. It feels like a deep dive into the creative spirit, marked by both profound struggle and exhilarating triumph. The experience is rich with powerful performances and a poignant exploration of resilience against the odds.

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