Review of Sparkle (2012) by Cedric L — 18 Aug 2012

Loved Houston.Epps & Sister..I give this film a solid A.

This review of Sparkle (2012) was written by Cedric L on 18 Aug 2012.

Sparkle has generally received mixed reviews.

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