The 2004 biopic 'RAY' is a biographical film about the life of RAY Charles, an American singer, songwriter, and musician. The film stars Jamie Foxx in the title role and was directed by Taylor Hackford. It follows Charles' rise to fame from humble beginnings in the South, his struggles with addiction, and his eventual success as one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century. The film was a critical and commercial success, earning Foxx an Academy Award for Best Actor.