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This movie would have been a bad project for any artist. The plot was predictable, but so unrealistic on so many levels until even hard core fans of Amy Brenneman and Kathy Baker could find little to enjoy about this movie. Time and time again good police procedure and common sense were abandoned to make way for this uneven tale. Even with the support of veteran actors Keith David and John Beasley this film still has little about it that can be redeemed.

Amy Brennenman, the main character is creditable as a very troubled ATF agent perhaps to the point of entertaining a death wish after participating in the ill-fated Branch Davidians raid at Waco, TX, and watching her sibling, a fellow-agent die in her arms of gunshot wounds sustained in the raid.

Kathy Baker is solid as the ATF Director, but instead of insisting on some type of administrative leave and counseling for Amy, she allows her to become a deep undercover in an attempt by the ATF to infiltrate yet another Branch Davidian-like sect who are suspected of dealing in deadly assault weapons, and domestic terrorist activity. Amy is deep inside the sect with no backup, and no line of communication to the outside so there is considerable concern for her safety, and pressure from a very ambitious FBI Director (Keith) to raid the compound while Baker is doing all she can to prevent another bloodbath like the one seen at Waco.

Young manager and female R & B singers struggle to find success. It's apparent to all that have heard them sing that this group is special, but real life problems, and the fact that their young manager cannot get the right people to hear them keep them singing in second-rate talent shows and clubs for virtually nothing. Throw in a romantic attraction between the manager (Kain) and the newest addition to the group (Parker);a single parent (Lisa Nicole Carson) desperately needing more income;and the lead singer (Tammy Townsend)having difficulties at home largely because of her participation in the group and you have a a very beautiful and talented group of singers struggling to survive.

This made-for-TV movie features Khalil Kain (Darnell, Girlfriends) and Nicole Ari Parker (Teri, HBO Soul Food) and apparently never made it to the big screen. Bill Cobb and Clifton Powell also add their considerable talents and experience to the film's credits. Divas is a familiar tale with strong performances all-around that you might enjoy, particularly if you are a fan of this particular genre. R & B lovers will enjoy the music.