Grace of My Heart

Grace of My Heart

★ 6.0IMDb Score
Released:1996-09-13
Duration:116 min
Director:Allison Anders
Actors:Illeana Douglas, Matt Dillon, Eric Stoltz, Patsy Kensit, John Turturro
Production:Universal Pictures, Gramercy Pictures

Overview:

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.

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