'Ray'
Bryan R. | July 29, 2004
As you all know I'm a big Blues Brothers fan. Well the Blues Brothers also got me into the "innovator Of Soul" Ray Charles. Ray Charles died earlier this summer from liver disease. Well anyway, October 29th the movie biography of his life hits theatres (so mark your calendars!) Jaime Foxx plays Ray, and from what I can tell he does a superb job at it. You can click on the title (of the post) above to watch the trailer. Here's a synopsis of the movie: (it's a mix of my words and other previews LOL)
'Ray' is the musical biographical drama of American legend Ray Charles. Born in a poor town in Georgia, Ray Charles went blind at the age of seven shortly after witnessing his younger brother's 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. 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 within the corporate music business. "Ray" provides an portrait of Charles' musical genius as he overcomes drug addiction while transforming into one of this country's most beloved performers.
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