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A throwback to an earlier era, 1964's Ballad in Blue is an undemanding musical vehicle for Ray Charles, The Genius of Soul. Traditional movie stories built around a popular musical celebrity would typically show a star using his off-stage hours to aid young lovers, find a family for an orphan or encourage a budding talent. With a professional cast providing dramatic support, non-acting star Charles is free to concentrate on presenting a pleasant image for fans that may only have heard him on the radio. |