The film spans a quarter-century of American music, from Ragtime to Boogie Woogie, across World War I, Prohibition, the stock market crash, the Great Depression, and the start of World War II. The story follows a romance between singer Kit Latimer and Johnny Schumacher, as they share and debate musical ideas. The All-American Dance Band, featuring popular musicians of the time, plays a key role in the film.
Syncopation
A sweeping musical journey spanning 25 years explores the evolution of American music, from Ragtime to Boogie Woogie, set against the dramatic backdrop of two world wars and significant social upheaval.