Ballad in Blue (1965)

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.

Genres: Drama, Music

Stars: Ray Charles, Tom Bell, Mary Peach, Dawn Addams, Piers Bishop

Release Date: 1965-02-18

Country: United Kingdom

Ratings: 7 / 10 (8 votes)

Runtime: 89 mins