RAY CHARLES AMERICA

RAY CHARLES AMERICA
US 2010
Director: Manya Spraic
Few music icons resonate with so many aspects of American culture more than Ray Charles, one of the greatest artists in American history, who also had one of the greatest stories. Over time, both his story and his work became two sides of the same coin. Few came from less—dirt poor, blind, and ultimately orphaned—to achieve more. RAY CHARLES AMERICA examines the social and political context of Charles’ work and how his unique approach to music and his ability to transcend racial barriers changed the cultural landscape as we know it. Through in-depth interviews, unreleased music, and never-before-seen footage, the film tells of Charles’ impact in broader stories of love, politics, art, and business. (90 mins.) Sponsored by KBOO (Link: http://kboo.fm/).