
Sparkle's Tavern
1985-06-01 · 119 min · ★ 6.4
Siblings hide their ownership of a bordello from their mother. When she is visited by a man who shares the joys of sexual enlightenment with her, her entire world is turned upside down.
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- Directors
- Curt McDowell
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- Countries
- United States of America
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- Released
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Marion EatonMrs. Betty Blake
Melinda McDowellSparkle
George KucharMr. Pupik
Phillip HeffernanButchyTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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