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Precious: Based on the Novel "Push" by SapphireOverview and Synopsis

  • Precious: Based on the Novel "Push" by Sapphire
  • Opened November 6, 2009 | Runtime:1 hr. 49 min.
  • R
    child abuse including sexual assault, and pervasive language.
  • Pregnant by her own father for the second time, 16-year-old Claireece ''Precious'' Jones (Gabourey ''Gabby'' Sidibe) can neither read nor write and suffers constant abuse at the hands of her vicious mother (Mo'Nique ). Precious instinctively sees a Read More
  • *The 11/06/09 release date is for select theaters; expansion release dates and wide release date to follow. Please check for more release date info. at www.preciousinmycity.com

  • Cast: Gabourey Sidibe, Lenny Kravitz, Paula Patton, Mo'nique, Mariah Carey
  • Director: Lee Daniels
  • Genres: Teen Movie, Drama, Inspirational Drama

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  • Gabourey "Gabby" Sidibe as Claireece "Precious" Jones in "Precious."
  • Mariah Carey as Ms. Weiss and Gabourey Sidibe as Precious in "Precious: Based on the Novel ``Push'' by Sapphire."
  • Gabourey Sidibe as Claireece "Precious" Jones and Paula Patton as Ms. Rain in "Precious: Based on the Novel PUSH by Sapphire."

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  • Precious
    by MAMA TISH

    10 STARS! Very Very disturbing BUT it makes you think about the children of the world that we quickly call BAD. One must know that yes many children have issues BUT unless we know how they are...Read More

  • Review of Precious
    by dimples239

    I pray that the young ladies that watch this movie realize their self-worth. Precious had very low self-esteem and I know that a lot of young girls will see themselves in this movie. Even though...Read More

  • loved it
    by cptstangem

    This movie is one that I will be waiting to buy ....Read More

  • Precious
    by stringang

    The movie reminded me of my life in many ways. It really speaks to the audience on many different levels. If you have been picked on, discriminated against, sexually abused, verbally and physically...Read More

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Precious: Based on the Novel "Push" by Sapphire Critic Reviews

  • "Nothing quite prepares you for the rough-cut diamond that is Precious. A rare blend of pure entertainment and dark social commentary, this shockingly raw, surprisingly irreverent and absolutely unforgettable story..." Los Angeles Times

    - Betsy Sharkey

  • "Despite its melodramatic moments, remarkable performances drive home the film's inspiring message." USA Today

    - Claudia Puig

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