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October 29th, 2004 |
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PG-13 for depiction of drug addiction, sexuality and some thematic elements. |
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Universal Pictures |
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2 hrs. 33 min. |
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Overwiew :Ray is the never-before-told, musical biographical drama of American legend Ray Charles. Featuring a remarkable performance from Jamie Foxx in the central role, Ray follows the inspiring story of a one-of-a-kind genius. Born in a poor town in Georgia, Ray Charles went blind at the age of seven shortly after witnessing his younger brother's accidental death. Inspired by a fiercely independent mother who insisted he make his own way in the world, Charles 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 incorporating gospel, country, jazz and orchestral influences into his inimitable style. As he revolutionized the way people appreciated music, he simultaneously fought segregation in the very clubs that launched him and championed artists rights with the corporate music business. Ray provides an unflinching portrait of Charles musical genius as he overcomes drug addiction while transforming into one of this country's most beloved performers. |
Starring :
Jamie Foxx, Regina King, Kerry Washington, Richard Schiff, Aunjanue Ellis
Directors :
Taylor Hackford
Producers :
Taylor Hackford, Stuart Benjamin, Howard Baldwin, Karen Baldwin
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movie-reviews.colossus.net - : ReelViews - The film opens in 1951, with a 21-year old Ray heading for Seattle to play in a lounge club. Ray progresses from this jumping-off point, with occasional flashback forays to the '30s to depict events from the lead character's formative years. The bulk of the movie transpires during the '50s and early '60s, and illustrates Ray's development from lounge singer to recording superstar. more...
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www.filmcritic.com - : filmcritic.com - Foxx’s tribute, solidified whenever he breaks into Charles’ signature grin, goes beyond mimicry to find the soul of one of America’s most gifted songwriters. You’ll undoubtedly leave Ray talking about Foxx’s career performance. The discussion may continue right up until Oscar night. more...
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www.eonline.com - : E! Online - Ray is Jamie Foxx's ticket to Oscar night. In the lengthy biopic, Foxx fully embodies the musical genius, literally blinding himself for the role and getting all of Charles' signature mannerisms right: from the constant smile to the junkie itches and shakes. more...
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metromix.chicagotribune.com - : Chicago Tribune - We see young Ray in abject poverty in rural Georgia, going blind at 5, learning piano, then hitting the road at 17 and joining the Lowell Fulson band (and getting his habit) and then, with stunning rapidity, scaling the heights of rhythm and blues stardom and conquering the mainstream crossover market. more...
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