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.

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

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Jennifer Leigh Warren

Doris Shelley

David Clennon

Dr. "Jonesy" Jones

Christina Pickles

Mrs. Buxton

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Sissy Boyd

Dress Saleswoman

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Jill Sobule

Singing Contestant

Tegan West

M.C. at Talent Show

Richard Schiff

Audition Record Producer

Natalie Venetia Belcon

Betty

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Kathy Barbour

Sha Sha

Diane Robin

Waitress in Diner

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Eric Jerome Kirkland

Stylette

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Irving Washington III

Stylette

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Kurt Jackson

Stylette

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Michael Angelo Saulsberry

Stylette

Drena De Niro

Receptionist #1

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Jade Gordon

Girl in Coffee Shop

Tracy Vilar

Annie

Amanda de Cadenet

Receptionist #2

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