Ray (2004)
October 29, 2004 (US) • Drama, Music • 152m
Overview
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.
Director
Taylor Hackford
Writers
James L. White, Taylor Hackford, James L. White
Top Billed
Jamie Foxx
Keywords
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Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$40,000,000
Revenue
$124,700,000
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