But whereas Dreamgirls follows the rise and fall of full-blown celebrity, Sparkle focuses solely on the lead-up to fame. Both films feature an American Idol veteran in her feature film debut about a Motown-era trio of female singers who must deal with the dangers that accompany showbiz dreams. It's nearly impossible not to compare Sparkle to Dreamgirls. Despite the more intense elements, though, Sparkle is ultimately inspiring for young artists who want to reach for the stars. Even more unsettling is the portrayal of an abusive marriage that shows a couple hitting and hurting each other (the wife-beater is eventually killed in self defense). Like most showbiz industry tales, Sparkle has a fair amount of substance use (alcohol and drugs) and sexuality (passionate foreplay, revealing outfits, and discussion of adultery, premarital sex, and teen pregnancy). Starring late pop superstar Whitney Houston (in her final film) and former American Idolchampion Jordin Sparks, the period showbiz drama will appeal to both young Idol and older Houston fans. Parents need to know that Sparkle is a remake of a '70s melodrama about the many travails that face those who seek fame and fortune in the music industry. Several characters smoke cigarettes - from a mother to clubgoers.ĭid you know you can flag iffy content? Adjust limits for Drinking, Drugs & Smoking in your kid's entertainment guide. She becomes the cautionary-tale junkie by the end of the movie.
In addition to drinking in nightclubs and parties, Sister's husband introduces her to cocaine and heroin and overindulging in alcohol.
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