I loved the movie. The original Sparkle is one of my favorite movies. I like the way the story line was changed. I enjoyed the freshness of the songs being sung differently than the original. The make up was flawless and provided a different view for each scene--fantastic job. Whitney Houston was a joy to watch and to see her play such a strong role. Jordan Sparks did a great job and her singing made me cry. Mike Epps showed a different side of his abilities, but he was still "stupid"--- loved him. I experienced several emotions --- crying, laughing, praising God, sadness, regret, anticipation, fear, and ultimate accomplishment. I am proud of Bishop Jakes letting the world know that you can be a child of God, preach the Gospel of Jesus, and produce movies that ultimately display a message of hope and victory. I will be purchasing the CD and then the DVD when it is released.