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73 out of 100

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8.6 out of 10

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  • Starring: Jamie Foxx, Kerry Washington, Regina King
  • Summary: Ray is the never-before-told, musical biographical drama of American legend Ray Charles. Featuring Jamie Foxx in the central role, Ray follows the inspiring story of a one-of-a-kind genius. (Universal)

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 29 out of 40
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 40
  3. Negative: 0 out of 40
  1. Chicago Sun-Times
    Reviewed by: Roger Ebert
    100
    The movie would be worth seeing simply for the sound of the music and the sight of Jamie Foxx performing it. That it looks deeper and gives us a sense of the man himself is what makes it special.
  2. Chicago Tribune
    Reviewed by: Michael Wilmington
    100
    A fit tribute to an entertainer who, no matter what hate or hardship threw in his way or how many mistakes he made, we can't stop loving.
  3. The Hollywood Reporter
    Reviewed by: Kirk Honeycutt
    60
    Unlike his songs, the film holds something back. It goes deep into a life filled with as much trouble and pain as triumph and accomplishment but never quite gets at the root of who Ray is.

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  1. Positive: 40 out of 43
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 43
  3. Negative: 0 out of 43
  1. caseyk.
    10
    It was the best movie ever! i loved it because i cried and smiled! ray charles is a strong man!
    • 0 of 3 users said yes
  2. OscarOrNot
    9
    Jamie Foxx's performance in "Ray" is one of the best since Marlon Brando was "The Godfather". Up there with Colin Firth's The King's Speech and Phillip Seymour Hoffman's Capote as the best historical movies. Exploring the life of Ray Charles, Ray shows his depressing life, which is hidden behind his great music.… Expand
    • 2 of 4 users said yes
  3. ryancarroll88
    5
    "Ray" is definitely worth the watch for Jamie Foxx's performance alone, but it's a far shot from becoming a classic simply because it doesn't take any unexpected strides to make itself memorable. As far as biopics go, it's miles behind "I'm Not There" and "American Splendor" (and it might be unfair to bring up "Lawrence of Arabia" or "Raging Bull")… Expand
    • 0 of 0 users said yes

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