US (2004): Biography/Drama/Music
Soul singer Ray Charles' (Jamie Foxx) life transpires on-screen, from his humble beginnings in Georgia, where he went blind at the age of seven, to his pre-fame life touring the South, and on to his career as one of the most enduring, inimitable performers in modern music. Screenplay by James L. White; directed by Taylor Hackford.
6 nominations, 2 Awards
· Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role 2004: Jamie Foxx
· Achievement in Sound Mixing 2004: Scott Millan, Greg Orloff, Bob Beemer and Steve Cantamessa
· Best Picture of the Year 2004: A Universal Pictures/Bristol Bay Production; Universal. Taylor Hackford, Howard Baldwin & Stuart Benjamin, producers.
· Achievement in Directing 2004: Taylor Hackford
· Achievement in Costume Design 2004: Sharen Davis
· Achievement in Film Editing 2004: Paul Hirsch