Review of Sparkle (2012) by Tracie L — 01 Sep 2012

Awesome movie! Great music, good storyline and of course Ms. Whitney Houston.

This review of Sparkle (2012) was written by Tracie L on 01 Sep 2012.

Sparkle has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Desean W (6) on 29 Jun 2013

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By James C (2,975) on 24 Jun 2013

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By Alisa K (12) on 20 Apr 2013

Was expecting something with a better and more complicated story so it disappointed me...but it was entertaining enough to watch so 3 stars...it…

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By Dylan D (818) on 08 Sep 2013

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By Demi M (4) on 26 Mar 2013

I watched this movie today and it was really good and I loved it! I never get tired of seeing Derek Luke fine butt…

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