Rediscovering a Legend

Rating: 10/10 (3 November 2004)

After seeing this film, I was awestruck by the sheer will and determination of the legend also known as Ray Charles. I can honestly say that this is the best movie I've seen all year. I love the way the movie depicts Ray Charles as a human being. Of course he's a bigger than life figure, but this movie brings him down to earth long enough for us to see the man behind the myth. His struggles with the demons that ultimately define the man and his music make a very enjoyable and entertaining movie. The performances are top notch and all the buzz Jamie Foxx is receiving with well deserved; however, in my opinion, the performance of Sharon Warren as Aretha Robinson, Ray's mother is equally impressive. This movie grabbed me so completely, I went out immediately after and bought the soundtrack CD and rediscovered the legend all over again! All in all, I give it 10/10. Stop reading this and go see it for yourself! :-)