Ballad in Blue (1965)
Starring Ray Charles, Tom Bell, Mary Peach
Directed by Paul Henreid
Ray Charles plays himself in this film where he helps blind boy David (Piers Bishop) in his struggle to regain his sight. David’s over-protective mother Peggy (Mary Peach) 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 (Tom Bell) an opportunity to work with his band.
Runtime: 89 min.
Rating: 7.4
DVD
Languages: English
Countries: United Kingdom
Genres: Drama,Music
Cast
himself
Steve Collins
Peggy Harrison
Gina Graham
David
Mrs. Babbidge
Margaret
Duke Wade
Fred