The read
Critics rate it 12 points higher than audiences do.
Synopsis
Philadelphia teenager Edna Buxton wins a talent contest during the early rock 'n' roll era, changes her name to Denise Waverly and moves to New York City to make it big. Though she flops as a recording artist, fast-talking record producer Joel Millner recognizes her songwriting talent and teams her with struggling songsmith Howard Caszatt.
Ratings
IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes79%
Critics rate it 12 points higher than audiences do.
66 audience votes
Key crew
- Allison AndersDirector
- Allison AndersWriter
- Larry KleinOriginal Music Composer
Cast
- Illeana DouglasDenise Waverly / Edna Buxton
- Matt DillonJay Phillips
- Eric StoltzHoward Cazsatt
- Patsy KensitCheryl Steed
- John TurturroJoel Millner
- Bruce DavisonJohn Murray
- Jennifer Leigh WarrenDoris Shelley
- David ClennonDr. "Jonesy" Jones
- Christina PicklesMrs. Buxton
- Sissy BoydDress Saleswoman
- Jill SobuleSinging Contestant
- Tegan WestM.C. at Talent Show
Stills
Themes
singersongwriterwoman director