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Vergie 2022-03-27 09:01:05

It took me a long time to finish watching this 155 minute movie

Give four and a half stars, the strengths and weaknesses of Ray Charles are really shown. He did not shy away from his lustful and drug-abusing shortcomings, but he could also see his emphasis on family and his admirable willpower.

There are two parts of the whole movie that amaze me the most

The first one: the appearance of Mess around means its successful transformation. Listening to Mess around in the album of the same name is far less shocking than the movie screen.

The second: Hit the Road Jack appeared. He found inspiration in the quarrel and directly touched the piano and played it out. The harmony maggie, even with anger, can't deny the attraction of music to him, even if the voice coming out of his mouth is angry Trembling, but still keeping up with ray. This can be said to be very testament to why ray and his team have succeeded, their love for music has been extraordinary.

Jamie Foxx's acting is so good, there's nothing to say about it. I missed half a star because some parts of the movie were too rushed, or I really hope that the movie can mention where a very important character like Jeff ended up.

All in all, a very recommended music movie. A must-see for fans and a must-see for blues soul lovers.

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  • Allison 2022-03-23 09:01:44

    After watching it twice, I saw that the director said that it took fifteen years of hard work to make this film, so... although I don't know Ray at all. The film uses extremely stylized photography and lighting, resulting in a very wonderful stage atmosphere and legendary effects. But it all feels too kitsch, maybe Ray's music is like that.

  • Kenton 2022-04-22 07:01:14

    different roads. the same route. ray charles n john nash. I don't know why the last shot of the video reminds me of a beautiful mind. I really like jazz. It's because of charles. What an amazing person

Ray quotes

  • Ray Charles: Ms. Antoine, it's been two weeks.

    Della Bea Robinson: It's been three.

    [they kiss and she pushes him inside]

    Ray Charles: Well, where's the preacher at and the wife?

    Della Bea Robinson: They're in Dallas till Monday.

    Ray Charles: Well, hallelujah.

  • Milt Shaw: Ray Charles. We believe in your talent. We want to be in the Ray Charles business. We've already got you booked on a ten city tour with Roy Milton's Solid Senders and Tangula, the exotic shake dancer.

    Ahmet Ertegun: She is gorgeous.