Scott Joplin (1977)

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Scott Joplin is a 1977 biographical film directed by Jeremy Kagan and based on the life of African American composer and pianist Scott Joplin. It stars Billy Dee Williams and Clifton Davis. Its script won an award from the Writers Guild of America in 1979. Eubie Blake makes an appearance in the movie. Plot: The story of the gifted composer and pianist, known as ”The King of Ragtime,” who composed over 100 original pieces, including operas and a ballet. Synopsis: Details the life story of Scott Joplin and how he became the greatest ragtime composer of all time. Production: The film was made …