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Clareece "Precious" Jones is an overweight, illiterate African-American teen in Harlem. Just as she's about to give birth to her second child, Jones is accepted into an alternative school where a teacher helps her find a new path in her life.
| Genres: |
Drama, Adaptation and Teen |
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| Running Time: |
1 hr. 49 min. |
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| Release Date: |
November 6th, 2009 (limited) |
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| MPAA Rating: |
R for child abuse including sexual assault, and pervasive language. |
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| Distributors: |
Lionsgate Films
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| U.S. Box Office: |
$8,699,180 |
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| Critics Reviews |
Average Grade:
A-
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Chicago Sun-Times, Roger Ebert
"...A great American film." more...
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A |
Chicago Tribune, Michael Phillips
"This is an exceptional film about nearly unendurable circumstances, endured." more...
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A- |
Entertainment Weekly, Owen Gleiberman
"It's a potent and moving experience, because by the end you feel you've witnessed nothing less than the birth of a soul." more...
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A |
Filmcritic.com, Chris Cabin
"One of this year's must-see films." more...
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B |
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