Bojangles (film)

Bojangles is a 2001 American made-for-television biographical drama film that chronicles the life of entertainer Bill "Bojangles" Robinson (1878–1949). Robinson is played by Gregory Hines, who also served as an executive producer. Bojangles was produced by Darrick Productions and MGM Television for the Showtime premium cable network.

Synopsis
Starting with Robinson's funeral, including what looks like archival footage of the event, the film then plays out the biography in a straightforward manner as a flashback, both in color and black-and-white.

Cast

 * Gregory Hines – Bill "Bojangles" Robinson
 * Kimberly Elise – Fannie S. Clay
 * Peter Riegert – Marty Forkins
 * Maria Ricossa – Rae Samuels
 * Savion Glover – Newcomer

Awards

 * Black Reel Awards (2002)
 * Kimberly Elise – Best Supporting Actress
 * Image Award (2002)
 * Gregory Hines – Outstanding Actor

Nominations

 * Emmy Awards (2001)
 * Gregory Hines – Outstanding Lead Actor
 * Henry LeTang – Outstanding Choreography
 * Image Awards (2002)
 * Outstanding Movie
 * Kimberly Elise – Outstanding Lead Actress
 * Golden Reel Award (2002)
 * Best Sound Editing
 * Screen Actors Guild Awards (2002)
 * Gregory Hines – Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor