Sparkle
Musical prodigy, Sparkle (Jordin Sparks) struggles to become a star while overcoming issues that are tearing her family apart. From an affluent Detroit area and daughter to a single mother (Whitney Houston), she tries to balance a new romance with music manager Stix (Derek Luke) while dealing with the unexpected challenges her new life will bring as she and her two sisters (Carmen Ejogo and Tika Sumpter) strive to become a dynamic singing group during the Motown-era.
Drama, Music
TriStar Pictures, Phoenix Pictures, Stage 6 Films, Akil Production Company
Whitney Houston as Emma, Cee Lo Green as The girls' opening act, Derek Luke as Stix, Mike Epps as Satin, Carmen Ejogo as Sister Williams, Jordin Sparks as Sparkle, Tika Sumpter as Delores, Omari Hardwick as Levi, Nicholas Ritz as Pedestrian, Abe Larkin as Couple