Ballad in Blue
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.
Ray Charlesas SelfTom Bellas Steve CollinsMary Peachas Peggy HarrisonDawn Addamsas Gina GrahamPiers Bishopas DavidBetty McDowallas Mrs. BabbidgeLucy Applebyas MargaretRobert Lee Rossas Duke WadeJoe Adamsas FredAnne Padwickas Bus ConductressMonika Henreidas AntoniaBrendan Agnewas Antonia's ProtectorVernon Haydenas HeadmasterLeo McCabeas Doctor LegerHal Roachas Musician