Sparkle (1976)
April 7, 1976Release Date
Sparkle (1976)
April 7, 1976Release Date
Plot.
Where to Watch.
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Cast & Crew.
Philip Michael Thomas
Stix
Irene Cara
Sparkle
Lonette McKee
Sister
Dwan Smith
Delores
Mary Alice
Effie
Dorian Harewood
Levi
Tony King
Satin
Beatrice Winde
Mrs. Waters
Paul Lambert
Moe Gerber
Joyce Easton
Lee Gerber
DeWayne Jessie
Ham
Sam O'Steen
Director
Norma Miller
Doreen Baker
Joel Schumacher
Writer
Talya Ferro
Miss Taylor
Howard Rosenman
Writer
Bob Delegall
Mr. Daniels
Armelia McQueen
Tune Ann
Don Bexley
Bubbles Sweeney
Curtis Mayfield
Composer
Timmie Rogers
Comic M-C
Bruce Surtees
Cinematographer
Ken Renard
Shimmy Dodson
Gordon Scott
Editor
Media.
Details.
Release DateApril 7, 1976
StatusReleased
Running Time1h 38m
Content RatingPG
Genres
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This Movie Is About.
Wiki.
Sparkle is a 1976 American musical drama film directed by Sam O'Steen and released by Warner Bros. Pictures. With a plot inspired by the history of the Supremes, Sparkle is a period film set in Harlem, New York, during the late 1950s and early 1960s. It presents the story of a musical girl group that ends up breaking apart due to individual issues each member faces. This film not only "recreates the magic of a special period in American history, but it explores the effect of Harlem's musical and social culture on the rest of the world," as well as the linkages to black power.The film stars Irene Cara, Philip Michael Thomas, Lonette McKee, Dwan Smith, Mary Alice, Dorian Harewood, and Tony King. Curtis Mayfield served as the composer and producer of Sparkle's songs and score.The film received generally negative reviews at the time of release and was a box office disappointment, making only $4 million against a $1 million budget. It has since developed a cult following. The film was remade in 2012 starring Jordin Sparks, Carmen Ejogo, Tika Sumpter, and Whitney Houston in her final film role.