a beautiful Oscar-caliber film....

Rating: 10/10 (28 November 2004)

This is truly one of the best films of the year. Jamie Foxx is
amazing as Ray Charles Robinson, the legendary singer/songwriter/performer. This man boxed with a great many
shadows from his past as he paved his way toward an extraordinary present. "Brother Ray" had to overcome is feelings of
misery and guilt, following the death of his younger brother, and
his blndness that began as a child. The other actors in this film
are equally marvelous (including Kerry Washington as his wife,
Bea). The great combination of masterful direction, excellent
cinematography and a real authentic flavor that makes us feel we
have been transported back to the 1940s, 1950s and 1960s.
If Jamie Foxx and the ensemble are not honored with Academy
Awards, around Oscar time next year, I will be greatly
disappointed. This is a greatly important film for all of us to watch.
You will learn about the great, historic significance Ray Charles
had in the United States (and abroad) along with being a true
superstar.