Grace of My Heart
movie

For years her songs brought fame to other people. Then she found her own voice.
Released September 13, 1996
Overview
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
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
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Jennifer Leigh Warren
as
Doris Shelley

David Clennon
as
Dr. "Jonesy" Jones

Christina Pickles
as
Mrs. Buxton
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Sissy Boyd
as
Dress Saleswoman
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Jill Sobule
as
Singing Contestant

Tegan West
as
M.C. at Talent Show
Crew

Allison Anders
as
Director

Allison Anders
as
Writer

Erik Rondell
as
Stunts
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Mayne Berke
as
Art Direction
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Russell Gray
as
Casting
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Sara Andrews
as
Set Decoration
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Susan L. Bertram
as
Costume Design

Jean-Yves Escoffier
as
Director of Photography

Thelma Schoonmaker
as
Editor
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James Y. Kwei
as
Editor
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Harvey Rosenstock
as
Editor
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François Séguin
as
Production Design