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      Ray

      2004, Biography/History, 2h 35m

      204 Reviews 100,000+ Ratings

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      An engrossing and energetic portrait of a great musician's achievements and foibles, Ray is anchored by Jamie Foxx's stunning performance as Ray Charles. Read critic reviews

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      JAMIE FOXX as American legend Ray Charles and KERRY WASHINGTON as his wife, Della Bea Robinson, in the musical biographical drama, Ray. Aretha Robinson (SHARON WARREN) reassures her son, Ray (C.J. SANDERS), as he begins to lose his sight in the musical biographical drama, Ray. JAMIE FOXX as American legend Ray Charles in the musical biographical drama, Ray. (L to r) A young Quincy Jones (LARENZ TATE) and Ray Charles (JAMIE FOXX) make the rounds of the Seattle jazz scene in the musical biographical drama, Ray. (L to r) JAMIE FOXX as American legend Ray Charles, KERRY WASHINGTON as Della Bea Robinson, ERIC O'NEAL, JR. as Ray Charles, Jr. and HARRY LENNIX as manager Joe Adams in Ray. Director/producer/story writer TAYLOR HACKFORD (center), JAMIE FOXX as American legend Ray Charles (left foreground) and REGINA KING as Margie Hendricks (far right) on the set of Ray. JAMIE FOXX as American legend Ray Charles in the musical biographical drama, Ray. JAMIE FOXX as American legend Ray Charles and AUNJANUE ELLIS as vocalist Mary Ann Fisher in the musical biographical drama, Ray. JAMIE FOXX as American legend Ray Charles and REGINA KING as vocalist Margie Hendricks (trio center) in the musical biographical drama, Ray. JAMIE FOXX as American legend Ray Charles in the musical biographical drama, Ray. Ray Charles (JAMIE FOXX) is honored by the State of Georgia (with KERRY WASHINGTON as Della Bea Robinson by his side) as "Georgia on My Mind" is declared the official state song in Ray. Director/producer/story writer TAYLOR HACKFORD and JAMIE FOXX (as American legend Ray Charles) on the set of the musical biographical drama, Ray. JAMIE FOXX as American legend Ray Charles (far right) and AUNJANUE ELLIS as vocalist Mary Ann Fisher (center) in the musical biographical drama, Ray. (L to r) The Raelettes--RENEE WILSON as Pat Lyle, REGINA KING as Margie Hendricks & KIMBERLY ARDISON as Ethel McRae--AUNJANUE ELLIS as vocalist Mary Ann Fisher & JAMIE FOXX as Ray Charles. CURTIS ARMSTRONG as Atlantic Records' Ahmet Ertegun and JAMIE FOXX as American legend Ray Charles in the musical biographical drama, Ray. Director/producer/story writer TAYLOR HACKFORD (center), JAMIE FOXX as American legend Ray Charles (left foreground) and REGINA KING as Margie Hendricks (far right) on the set of Ray. JAMIE FOXX as American legend Ray Charles in the musical biographical drama, Ray. (L to r) RICHARD SCHIFF as Atlantic Records' Jerry Wexler and CURTIS ARMSTRONG as Atlantic Records' Ahmet Ertegun in the musical biographical drama, Ray. Ray Charles (JAMIE FOXX) is arrested for heroin possession in the musical biographical drama, Ray. Ray Charles (JAMIE FOXX, left) replaces his early manager, Jeff Brown (CLIFTON POWELL, right), with Joe Adams (HARRY LENNIX, center) in the musical biographical drama, Ray.

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      Legendary soul musician Ray Charles is portrayed by Jamie Foxx in this Oscar-winning biopic. Young Ray watches his 7-year-old brother drown at age seven. When he loses his sight at the age of 9, his hardworking mother (Sharon Warren) urges him not to feel sorry for himself. He rises through the ranks of the Seattle jazz scene, struggling with drug addiction and infidelity while on the road. Supported by his wife (Kerry Washington), Ray Charles redefines soul music and inspires a generation.

      • Rating: PG-13 (Sexuality|Drug Addiction|Some Thematic Elements)

      • Genre: Biography, History, Drama, Music

      • Original Language: English

      • Director: Taylor Hackford

      • Producer: Howard Baldwin, Stuart Benjamin, Taylor Hackford, Karen Elise Baldwin

      • Writer: Robert Eisele, James L. White

      • Release Date (Theaters):  wide

      • Release Date (Streaming):

      • Box Office (Gross USA): $75.3M

      • Runtime:

      • Distributor: Universal Pictures

      • Production Co: Crusader Entertainment LLC, Unchain My Heart Louisiana

      • Sound Mix: Surround, Dolby SRD, DTS, SDDS

      • Aspect Ratio: Flat (1.85:1)

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      • Jul 16, 2016

        A compelling direction just as striking as it biopic lead. Ray plucks every chord with its flawless performance from Jamie Foxx, vibrant charm and scenic story. 4.5/5

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      • Feb 19, 2014

        Jamie Foxx plays the definitive Ray Charles..the one whose voice we loved and the one we hated involved with drugs, womanizing and avoiding the politics of the period. A complex character and a complex performance.

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      • Dec 13, 2011

        Taylor Hackford has crafted one of the best biopics of a musician since Clint Eastwood's Bird. Jamie Foxx gives the performance of his career in the lead role of Ray Charles. This is a well crafted biopic and there are some very strong performances alongside that of Jamie Foxx. Ray is a superb film that has a near flawless plot, and great directing. Ray is one of the best biopics that I've seen in recent memory. Foxx's performance is just as solid as Joaquin Phoenix's performance of Johnny Cash in Walk the Line and Forrest Whitaker's performance of Charlie Parker in Bird. This is a solid film with an engaging dramatic story that recounts the fame and turmoil of one of the greatest musicians that ever lived. Jamie Foxx definitely delivered as Ray Charles, and of all his roles, this is his best role to date. Director Taylor Hackford paints a vivid portrait of Ray Charles' life and combined with Jamie Foxx' phenomenal acting, you have one unforgettable performance and film for that matter. This is an entertaining film that possesses some strong elements that the viewer simply can't ignore. The films imperfections forgive able because of Foxx's performance, he is what makes this film what it is, and his portrayal of Ray Charles is flawless, immaculate and unforgettable. I very much love to watch biopics, and Ray is a solid dramatic biopic that will please fans of Ray Charles as well as film fans. A must see if you're looking for a great drama film with strong performances.

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      • Dec 02, 2011

        A tremendous story on the best jazz singer ever, Ray Charles. Jamie Foxx stars in this and is his iconic role and the highlight of his career, and he deserved the oscar. The plot was a great journey through his life, and I felt the great feeling I had in Walk the Line, a sense of happiness for these great musicians. The whole cast did great, but Foxx truly is the best. I enjoyed the great music that they re did with Foxx singing, and he truly was fantastic. One of the greatest biopic films ever, and one of my favs.

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