Oscar Contender for Sure

Rating: 10/10 (31 October 2004)

Forget everything you've seen...."Ray" starring Jamie Foxx is definitely going to be the movie to beat at next years Oscars. When you take into account the total package (Comedian, impersonator, classically trained pianist, vocalist and actor) that is Jamie Foxx, it is no wonder that I had moments watching this film where I forgot that it was Jamie Foxx on the screen. He perfected the role, every nuance that was Ray Charles. I was literally sad to see the film end and I anxiously look forward to the DVD release next year. Other notables in this film are Regina King, Kerry Washington (Save the Last Dance)and Clifton Powell. The movie was emotionally beautiful with a strong first time performance by Sharon Warren (the church scene is Brilliantly ACTED by her) If the Nominating Committee at the Academy Awards fails to acknowledge this priceless work of art, something is very wrong. This is the must see movie of 2004. Following Jamie's career from his antics with the character "Wanda" on In Living Color, all the way through his starring role in "Bait," it's wonderful to see Jamie's career finally take off. I believe he has only scratched the surface. Ray was over-all genius, definitely because of Jamie Foxx' performance.