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6.1Philadelphia 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.
Released: 1996-09-13116 minDir: Allison AndersComedy, Drama, MusicBudget: $5.0MBox office: $660,313
Cast
- Illeana Douglas as Denise Waverly / Edna Buxton
- Matt Dillon as Jay Phillips
- Eric Stoltz as Howard Cazsatt
- Patsy Kensit as Cheryl Steed
- John Turturro as Joel Millner
- Bruce Davison as John Murray
Themes
- singer