Ray

Synopsis

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

Written by

James L. White

Music

Craig Armstrong

Studio

Bristol Bay Productions

Released

29 October 2004

Genres

Drama, Music