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Sparkle (1976)

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Sparkle is a 1976 American musical drama directed by Sam O'Steen, starring Irene Cara, Lonette McKee, and Philip Michael Thomas. The film follows three sisters from Harlem who form a singing group and navigate personal and professional conflicts as they rise to fame in the 1960s, drawing inspiration from the story of the Supremes. The screenplay was written by Joel Schumacher, and a companion soundtrack album composed by Curtis Mayfield and performed by Aretha Franklin was released alongside the film. A remake starring Jordin Sparks and Whitney Houston was released in 2012.

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What is the plot of Sparkle from 1976?

Sparkle follows three sisters from Harlem who form a singing group and pursue success. The story is set against their rise to fame in the 1960s and the personal conflicts that come with it.

Who stars in the 1976 film Sparkle?

The film stars Irene Cara, Lonette McKee, and Philip Michael Thomas. They appear in Sam O'Steen's American musical drama about the sisters' singing career.

Who directed Sparkle in 1976?

Sparkle was directed by Sam O'Steen. It is a 1976 American musical drama centered on a female singing group from Harlem.

Is Sparkle a 1970s story or a 1960s story?

The film was released in 1976, but its story follows the sisters' rise during the 1960s. That period setting shapes the music-business and Harlem backdrop of the plot.

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