by Hal Erickson
synopsis
Originally titled Blues For Lovers, Ballad in Blue was the last of actor Paul Henreid's theatrical-film directorial efforts. R&B legend Ray Charles plays himself, attempting to help a newly blinded British boy adjust to sightlessness. Charles is no actor, but he has a natural ease and grace that many "real" movie stars might envy. As a bonus, we get to hear him perform such favorites as "What'd I Say?" and "I Got a Woman". Monika Henreid, the daughter of the director, can be seen in a minor role.
characteristics
- Living With Disability
- Music
- Mother
- Meeting
- Performance
- Performer
- Widower
- Sentimental
- Schoolboy
- Assist
- Loot
- Aid
- Blind
- Friend
- English [nationality]
