Sparkle

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the original divas of music
Sparkle
Sparkle...it's finally released on DVD!!
Sparkle
Sparkle Still Sparkles!!!!

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Sparkle
Starring: Philip Michael Thomas , Irene Cara , Lonette McKee , Dwan Smith , and Mary Alice
Director: Sam O'Steen
Manufacturer: Warner Home Video
Product Group: DVD
Binding: DVD
ASIN: B000JLTRH2
2007-01-02

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Before Dreamgirls hit cineplexes in 2006, there was Sparkle. Released in 1976, the low-budget movie (which is also loosely based on the story of Diana Ross and the Supremes) achieved somewhat of a cult following among fans that enjoy a good cry along with their kitsch. Sparkle tells the rags-to-riches (and rags again, for some of the characters) tale of three sisters with gorgeous voices. There's Sister (Lonette McKee), Sparkle (Irene Cara, Fame), and Delores (Dwan Smith), who team up with a couple of players (including a very young Philip Michael Thomas, pre-Miami Vice) to form a singing group. Because the men add little oomph to the outfit, the quintet becomes an all-girl trio and is renamed the redundant (and hysterical) Sister and the Sisters. But because this movie is called Sparkle and not Sister, we know that Irene Cara's character is the one to watch. Cara is a joy to listen to when she unleashes her powerful pipes. And as the much put-upon Sister, McKee is convincing and earns the viewer's sympathy. Set in the 1950's, the movie tackles racism, sexism, jealousy, and both chemical and physical abuse. While it is overly dramatic and liberally serves up sloppy doses of soap opera clichés, the film also is highly watchable because of its over-the-top campiness. --Jae-Ha Kim

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Irene Cara (Fame) and Lonette McKee (Round Midnight) sing and struggle their way to show-business glory in a Supremes-like girl group. Dynamite Curtis Mayfield soundtrack. Year: 1976 Director: Sam O' Steen Starring: Philip M. Thomas, Irene Cara, Lonette McKee

Customer Reviews:

the original divas of music.......2007-05-15

Awesome movie!! If you love the classics this is the movie for you.

Sparkle.......2007-05-13

If you want to see were EnVogue got their moves from...definitely watch this movie. This is one of Irene Cara's best performance besides FAME.

Sparkle...it's finally released on DVD!!.......2007-05-12

I've been waiting for years for this classic to come out in DVD format. I saw the movie opening while stationed at Pearl Harbor back in 1976 and it has always been one of my all-time favorates. I had worn my tape version out and feared I would lose this precious work over time. With a cast of Phillip Michael Thomas (pre-Miami Vice), Irene Cara (pre-TGIF), a luscious Lonette McKee and a host of other outstanding actors, it elevates this work in my opinion up with some of the top black musical movies (eg: Claudine, Car Wash, Shaft, etc.) of its day. Although the storyline is a bit shallow, it more than makes up for it with its soulful Motown inspired soundtrack and top shelf cast.

The soundtrack, with Aretha in classic form and Curtis Mayfield's timeless musical arrangements, is as vibrant and relevant today as it was 30 years ago And with the CD included along with the DVD, this is an outstanding value.

This is an absolute must for the collection and I'm absolutely thrilled that this important work was revived in DVD

Sparkle.......2007-05-02

This movie is a wonderful drama, comedy and musical. The different storylines are very compelling. The music is fantastic. I loved it.

Sparkle Still Sparkles!!!!.......2007-03-21

This movie is a classic!! The cast is awesome.It's my all time favorite! I'm so ...glad they put it out!!!

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