Ballad in Blue (1965)
Overview
Ray Charles plays himself in this film where he helps blind boy David in his struggle to regain his sight. David’s over-protective mother Peggy is afraid of the risks connected with restoring his sight. Ray tries to help the whole family, offering the heavy-drinking Peggy’s heavy-drinking partner Steve an opportunity to work with his band.
Cast
Ray Charles
Self
Tom Bell
Steve Collins
Mary Peach
Peggy Harrison
Dawn Addams
Gina Graham
Betty McDowall
Mrs. Babbidge
Lucy Appleby
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Joe Adams
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