Review of Sparkle (2012) by Tim R — 17 Aug 2012

Enjoyed movie very much Derek Luke is a very good actor & was good to see Whitney.

This review of Sparkle (2012) was written by Tim R on 17 Aug 2012.

Sparkle has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Kurt C (184) on 13 Apr 2013

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By Tangy J (1) on 29 Aug 2013

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

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