Grace of My Heart (1996)
“For years her songs brought fame to other people. Then she found her own voice.”
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.
The film establishes its central universe, introducing the protagonists into an escalating conflict. Directed by Allison Anders, this opening movement establishes high visual and thematic stakes that set the narrative journey into motion.
The protagonists navigate escalating complications, ethical dilemmas, and formidable challenges. Starring Illeana Douglas, Matt Dillon, Eric Stoltz, the middle act intensifies dramatic momentum toward an inevitable turning point.
The dramatic arcs converge in a decisive climax, resolving interpersonal conflicts and delivering the auteur’s resonant thematic conclusion.
Illeana Douglas
as Denise Waverly / Edna Buxton
Matt Dillon
as Jay Phillips
Eric Stoltz
as Howard Cazsatt
Patsy Kensit
as Cheryl Steed
John Turturro
as Joel Millner
Bruce Davison
as John Murray
Jennifer Leigh Warren
as Doris Shelley
David Clennon
as Dr. "Jonesy" Jones
Christina Pickles
as Mrs. BuxtonSissy Boyd
as Dress SaleswomanJill Sobule
as Singing Contestant
Tegan West
as M.C. at Talent ShowCinematographic negative, aspect ratios & laboratory mastering sheet
| Aspect Ratios | 2.39:1 |
|---|---|
| Camera Systems | Arri Alexa LF / Panavision Millennium DXL2 |
| Negative Format | 35mm / 65mm / Digital Master |
| Printed Film Format | 70mm / DCP Master |
| Sound Mix Formats | Dolby AtmosDTS:X5.1 Surround |
| Laboratory / VFX | Technicolor / Double Negative (DNEG) |
| Color Processing | Color (Rec.709 / DCI-P3 Mastering) |
| Official Runtime | 116 min |
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