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Grace of My Heart (1996)

Movie ★ 6.0 116 min

Comedy Drama Music

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.

Allison Anders Director Allison Anders Writer

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Quick facts

Released
September 13, 1996
Runtime
116 min
Rating
R
Budget
$5.0M
Box office
$660,313
IMDb
tt0116442
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Themes

Cast

Illeana Douglas Illeana Douglas Denise Waverly / Edna Buxton Matt Dillon Matt Dillon Jay Phillips Eric Stoltz Eric Stoltz Howard Cazsatt Patsy Kensit Patsy Kensit Cheryl Steed John Turturro John Turturro Joel Millner Bruce Davison Bruce Davison John Murray Jennifer Leigh Warren Doris Shelley David Clennon David Clennon Dr. "Jonesy" Jones Christina Pickles Christina Pickles Mrs. Buxton Sissy Boyd Dress Saleswoman Jill Sobule Singing Contestant Tegan West Tegan West M.C. at Talent Show Richard Schiff Richard Schiff Audition Record Producer Natalie Venetia Belcon Natalie Venetia Belcon Betty Kathy Barbour Sha Sha Diane Robin Diane Robin Waitress in Diner Eric Jerome Kirkland Stylette Irving Washington III Stylette

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Frequently asked questions

What is Grace of My Heart about?
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.
Who directed Grace of My Heart?
Grace of My Heart was directed by Allison Anders.
Who stars in Grace of My Heart?
Grace of My Heart stars Illeana Douglas, Matt Dillon, Eric Stoltz, Patsy Kensit.
When was Grace of My Heart released?
Grace of My Heart is a 1996 comedy, drama, music film.
Where can I watch Grace of My Heart?
You can watch Grace of My Heart with full details, cast, and streaming options on 3eyedraven.