Plot
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.
Cast
Illeana Douglas
Denise Waverly / Edna Buxton
Matt Dillon
Jay Phillips
Eric Stoltz
Howard Cazsatt
Patsy Kensit
Cheryl Steed
John Turturro
Joel Millner
Bruce Davison
John Murray
Jennifer Leigh Warren
Doris Shelley
David Clennon
Dr. "Jonesy" Jones
Christina Pickles
Mrs. Buxton
Sissy Boyd
Dress Saleswoman
Jill Sobule
Singing Contestant
Tegan West
M.C. at Talent Show
Crew
Allison Anders
Director
Allison Anders
Writer
Jean-Yves Escoffier
Director of Photography
Ruth Charny
Producer
Daniel Hassid
Producer
Larry Klein
Original Music Composer
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