Review of Sparkle (2012) by Nautin A — 24 Aug 2012

I enjoyed this movie. Liked the singing only wish Whitney could have song more. They should have shown more of the mothers pass in her performance.

This review of Sparkle (2012) was written by Nautin A on 24 Aug 2012.

Sparkle has generally received mixed reviews.

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