Ray
USA,
2004, 152 min
(Director's cut: 178 min, Alternative: 146 min)
Directed by:
Taylor HackfordScreenplay:
James L. WhiteCinematography:
Pawel EdelmanComposer:
Craig ArmstrongCast:
Jamie Foxx, Kerry Washington, Regina King, Patrick Bauchau, Curtis Armstrong, David Krumholtz, Richard Schiff, Larenz Tate, Clifton Powell, Usher (more)VOD (5)
Plots(1)
Ray stars Jamie Foxx as Ray Charles, the one-of-a-kind innovator of soul who overcame impossible odds to become a music legend. Its the triumphant and remarkable story of one of Americas true musical geniuses. Witness the incredible true story of a musician who fought harder and went further than anyone could imagine. (Fabulous Films)
Awards
- Winner
- Nominations
Academy Awards
- 2005 - Jamie Foxx (Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role)
- 2005 - Best Sound Mixing
- 2005 - Best Motion Picture of the Year
- 2005 - Taylor Hackford (Best Achievement in Directing)
- 2005 - Best Achievement in Film Editing
- 2005 - Best Achievement in Costume Design
British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA)
- 2005 - Jamie Foxx (Best Leading Actor)
- 2005 - Best Sound
- 2005 - James L. White (Best Original Screenplay)
- 2005 - Craig Armstrong (Best Music)
Golden Globes
- 2005 - Jamie Foxx (Best Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy)
- 2005 - Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy
Critics Choice Awards
- 2005 - Jamie Foxx (Best Actor)
- 2005 - Best Soundtrack
- 2005 - Best Picture
- 2005 - Taylor Hackford (Best Director)
Florida Film Critics Circle Awards
- 2004 - Jamie Foxx (Best Actor)
New York Film Critics Circle Awards
- 2004 - Jamie Foxx (Best Actor)