yes! it was really good..ps…i am totally in love with your music. you are an inspiration to anyone interested in REAL true GENUINE music. keep doin what you’re doing, it is TOTALLY noticed!

By Taylor (your biggest fan!) on Nov 14, 2009

It’s not playing anywhere near me right now, but I’m traveling to Philly for this coming holiday and I’m hopping to get the chance to check it out.

By Marcus Donaldson on Nov 14, 2009

Precious was an awesome dramatization of the book. I was saddened by the giggles in the audience and people missing the need for compassion, activism, and literacy. However, I was moved and motivated to do more. Month’nique and Mariah were excellent. The young lady that starred in the film warmed my heart with her performance. Overall a great piece of artwork!!

By Angralony on Nov 14, 2009

No, not yet. I’m trying to get up the courage to go see it…things of that nature get to me.

By Erica (Sweet_As_H0ney) on Nov 14, 2009

I loved it…It was real !!! People face these challenges every single day. The acting and casting was phenomenal…not a bunch of size 2 actresses depicting reality. I am glad Oprah picked this up from the Sundance Film Fest from the novel PUSH….

What is sad are all the negative comments about Precious’ weight. C’mon people, stop being shallow and embrass the message and the talent this young lady displays..

Peace & Blessings
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and Chi-City’s Home Girl…

By Kass Superstar on Nov 14, 2009

Yes, Very Powerful …

By LaShanda on Nov 14, 2009

Im sad to say that none of the 18 theatres near me are playing the movie…that really sucks!

By Mizljay on Nov 15, 2009

One of the best films I’ve seen this year. It was very raw and inspiring. The cinematography was amazing. All the actors did an excellent job. Monique definitely deserves an oscar for this for sure. It reminds you to really live in the present, love yourself and keep on moving forward no matter what happens.

By Steph Kang on Nov 15, 2009

Not yet but I surely plan to! It looks very interesting from the preview.

By Shafeqah Abdullah on Nov 15, 2009

Precious isn’t opening in the St. Louis area until next weekend. I`m looking forward to seeing it play out on the screen because the book was a 2 day read

By Constance on Nov 15, 2009

I went to the matinee today with my mother & aunt who drove in from Connecticut to see it with me. I’m sorry; I loathed the film, I was unable to relate to the characters. My aunt simply hated it, & my mother was left speechless. (Not because she enjoyed it, I think she was just traumatized)

I should’ve known Tyler Perry had a hand in this movie as executive producer, because I’ve despised every movie he’s ever made, especially if Madea was involved.

The only thing I was impressed with was the fact that Jeff Fletcher wrote the screenplay. I went to school briefly with him & is mother was my Dean & then Principal.

They hyped Precious, like it was the Holy Grail of movies. When in fact The hype for Precious indicates a culture-wide willingness to accept particular ethnic stereotypes as a way of maintaining status quo film values. DON’T BY INTO THE HYPE!!! I want African American characters that are uplifting, who can speak proper English, who aren’t abused or raped & every other stereotype you seem to find in black films. I want a film I can relate to & NOT written by Perry who I’m convinced hates women, it clearly shows in all his films. (I know he didn’t write Precious, I’m just making a comparison) I don’t understand her world, nor care to. Again, not a fan of Precious! Wake me when an actual epic film is released, starring African Americans. I won’t hold my breath!

By Echo on Nov 15, 2009

I heard it was a very moving film. I will have to check it out on my day off from work. Movies like that usually get to me so I guess I will have to bring lots of tissue. Anyway if you went to see it twice in one week then that speaks volumes to me…so now im really compelled to go and see it…I will let u know my reviews on it. On another note…common I saw you in concert back in October in B-more and you were awsome. When are you coming to Miami again?

By Rose Roberts on Nov 15, 2009

Man, unfortunately I live in a racist city in Florida named SARASOTA. In all my years of living here I have never seen any black directed or produced film stay for more than two weeks if it comes at all. And they have NEVER given any black film a good review in Sarasota’s herald tribune.

Precious never even made it to any movie theatre in this billionaire rich ass city. It’s sad because they try to say how much they support the arts and film.

By Michael Kinsey on Nov 15, 2009

I will not go to see but I admire the people who made it. Like horror movies I do not find watching pain entertaining and I do not neeed a horrific movie to raise my awareness of the pain of others.

Just trying to live a peaceful life. Love a blessing to you all.

By Stephanie on Nov 15, 2009

Yes I seen the movie and It was incredible. I even shedded some tears on one part and to think u actually have some young girls in this world going through that in this world. Common I love your music keep it up much respect!

By Rashida on Nov 15, 2009

What is Precious? what is it about? Sorry, South Africa is always behind, can you please fill me in

Mosimane

By mosimane on Nov 16, 2009

I have not seen it yet. I often get too emotional. I cried on Akeelah and the Bee’s trailer and the Great Debaters’ trailer right in the movie theater. I do not like to do that in public. I will have to wait until it is on cable or dvd.

By Audrey on Nov 16, 2009

havent seen it yet! but can’t wait!

By Lindsay on Nov 16, 2009

Precious hasn’t open up here in Charlotte, NC yet. It will open on this Friday. I’ve been looking forward to this movie since last March, when I found out about it…even more now that everyone is giving it such good reviews. Needless to say I’ve already looked up showtimes for Friday and will be getting the tickets tomorrow!!

By Amie on Nov 18, 2009

I saw it twice on opening day – early in the AM with an older crowd, and again in the evening with a more diverse crowd. The movie was stunning in its ability to stir emotions and capture Precious’ enduring spirit.

Even though there were giggles in the younger set, those were stilled about 1/2 through the movie. And all the actresses did an amazing job!

♥ your work – and ♥ you getting the word out about this movie on your site!

By saga on Nov 21, 2009

I finally got to the theater and watched it. I went to an independent theater and you already know that there weren’t many other black people in it. With that being said, the giggling wore me out too. When the two actresses were laughing at the baby wrapped in a bloodied blanket, i percieved it as they were nervous or high and didn’t really get that severity of the situation. Just not sure why the audience followed the mentality of the actresses instead of undetstanding the reality of the scene… Independ theaters depicting minority groups tend to host a “majority” audience that can’t relate to such situations. Kind of disturbing. And why am I starting to be convinced that Mariah Carey really can act? Nothing about her said “Glitter”. Go head on Mimi!

Great movie

By Adam on Nov 21, 2009

I know I’m hella late responding to this. I saw the movie opening night. The movie was very dark…the actors were superb!!! I read the book in the 90’s. When I read it I thought damn….they should make this a film. Cool OPrah supported the film. I thimk she should have supported the novel PUSH. She should have listed it in her book club! Hell if her audience could see the movie…I’m sure they could appreciate the book!

By Mrs. HipHop on Dec 1, 2009

Wow…for the Conneticut BAP. No one said this was typical in the African American community but you. Unfortunately, you should probably leave your suburb and ride to the city. There are many children who speak like Precious. Also, abuse, rape and incest isnt a race issue. It happens in all races and social economic settings. Instead of bashing the movie…research and know what your talking about! You’ll be suprised of how many girls you went to school with had been molested by a family member.

BTW…Tyler and Oprah became a part of the productions team after reviewing the movie. Stop hating!

By Mrs. HipHop on Dec 1, 2009