Sparkle

1976
15
1h 38m

IMDb RATING

6.7/10

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Lonette McKee, Dwan Smith, and Philip Michael Thomas in Sparkle (1976)

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Three sisters form a singing group in 1950s Harlem, but success threatens to ruin their relationship forever.Three sisters form a singing group in 1950s Harlem, but success threatens to ruin their relationship forever.Three sisters form a singing group in 1950s Harlem, but success threatens to ruin their relationship forever.

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IMDb RATING

6.7/10

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Trivia
Although the film was reported to be a disastrous box office bomb back in 1976, the box office records for the film have remained anonymous and it is unknown how much money the film made during its theatrical run.

Goofs
While singing Hooked on Your Love, Delores can be seen singing some of Sister's parts.

Quotes
Sister: [after Delores and Sparkle discover her drug addiction] Can't you see? Sister can't fly on only one wing.....

Alternate versions
UK releases are cut by 26 secs to remove footage of cockfighting.

Connections
Featured in Afro Promo (1997)

Soundtracks
Jim Dandy
(uncredited)
Written by Lincoln Chase
Performed by Renn Woods

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Featured review

BRAVO!!!!!!!!!!!

I saw this movie more than once and each time it seems to get better and better. The movie gets a hold of you from the beginning and if you enjoy a great storyline then it doesn't let you go so easily. Yes it may be a rags to riches story but, it's a good one if I might add. I love Irene Cara and the soft yet strong part she plays to "Sister" Lonette McKee and she herself delivers a great performance. Urban,Gritty,Ghetto story of teenagers in 1950's NY with huge dreams of making it big for a better life for themselves is Awesome!!!! Although they lose one or two of the group members along the way it all comes down to PERSERVEARANCE being key. I'll buy it and watch it again & again!