Music ·Drama ·Romance · United States of America · 2012 · 1h 56m

Sparkle

Sparkle poster
Director
Salim Akil
Cast
Jordin Sparks as Sparkle Whitney Houston as Emma Derek Luke as Stix Mike Epps as Satin Carmen Ejogo as Sister Tika Sumpter as Delores
Crew
Anastas N. Michos — Director of Photography Terilyn A. Shropshire — Editor Mara Brock Akil — Writer Debra Martin Chase — Producer Gary Frutkoff — Production Design Ruth E. Carter — Costume Design
Tagline

Celebrate the legend

Synopsis

Musical prodigy, Sparkle struggles to become a star while overcoming issues that are tearing her family apart. From an affluent Detroit area and daughter to a single mother, she tries to balance a new romance with music manager Stix while dealing with the unexpected challenges her new life will bring as she and her two sisters strive to become a dynamic singing group during the Motown-era.

Mood & Themes
new york citymotownduringcreditsstingergirl grouprise to famewomen of color
Key Collaborators
Salim Akil Director Anastas N. Michos Director of Photography Terilyn A. Shropshire Editor Mara Brock Akil Writer Debra Martin Chase Producer Gary Frutkoff Production Design Ruth E. Carter Costume Design
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