# Sparkle (2012)

> A gifted songwriter joins her sisters in chasing musical stardom while confronting family fear, romantic danger, and the costs of fame.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/62547

## Facts

- Runtime: 116 min
- Genres: Music, Drama, Romance
- Director: Salim Akil
- Cast: Jordin Sparks, Whitney Houston, Derek Luke, Mike Epps, Carmen Ejogo, Tika Sumpter, Omari Hardwick, Cee Lo Green
- TMDB rating: 6.2/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1876451/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: mild
- Mood: heartfelt, nostalgic, melodramatic, music movie night, nostalgic evening

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