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.
Top Cast
Illeana Douglas as Denise Waverly
Matt Dillon as Jay Phillips
Eric Stoltz as Howard Cazsatt
Patsy Kensit as Cheryl Steed
John Turturro as Joel Millner
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