Movie Description
Ballad in Blue
(1965)Overview
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.
Featured Crew
- Director : Paul Henreid
- Producer : Herman Blaser
- Writer : Burton Wohl
- Editor : Raymond Poulton
- Cast : Ray Charles,Tom Bell,Mary Peach,Dawn Addams,Piers Bishop,Betty McDowall,Lucy Appleby,Robert Lee Ross,Joe Adams,Anne Padwick,Monika Henreid,Brendan Agnew,Vernon Hayden,Leo McCabe,Hal Roach
Cast
Self
Steve Collins
Peggy Harrison
Gina Graham
David
Mrs. Babbidge
Margaret
Duke Wade
Fred
Bus Conductress
Antonia
Antonia's Protector
Headmaster
Doctor Leger
Musician
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Facts
Original TitleBallad in Blue
Status Released
Release Information
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1965-02-18
Original LanguageEnglish
Runtime 01h 29m
Production CompaniesAlsa Productions
Genres
- Drama
- Music
