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.
Released: Feb 18, 1965
Runtime: 89 minutes
Stars: Ray Charles, Tom Bell, Mary Peach, Dawn Addams, Piers Bishop, Betty McDowall
Crew: Paul Henreid (Director), Paul Henreid (Story), Burton Wohl (Writer), Herman Blaser (Producer), Alexander Salkind (Executive Producer), Michael Salkind (Executive Producer)
