Sparkle

Year: 2012

Runtime: 116 min

Language: English

Director: Salim Akil

Budget: $14M

DramaMusicMusical

In 1960s Detroit, Sparkle, a gifted singer, rises to fame alongside her sisters, forming a captivating singing group during Motown’s peak. As they navigate the complexities of the music industry, Sparkle faces personal struggles and family turmoil. The group’s rise to stardom is intertwined with the temptations and hardships inherent in achieving success, testing the bonds of sisterhood and the pursuit of a dream.

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