Review of Sparkle (2012) by Elise C — 18 Nov 2015

The film for Jordin Sparks to launch her acting career. Good, but not quite there.

This review of Sparkle (2012) was written by Elise C on 18 Nov 2015.

Sparkle has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Fernando P (152) on 24 May 2013

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By Tangy J (1) on 29 Aug 2013

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By Greg C (624) on 18 Apr 2013

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By Teonna B (25) on 27 Nov 2013

Finally watched this last night & it could have been a lil better....miss Whitney though…

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