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
Running Time:
1 hr. 49 min.
Release Date:
November 6th, 2009 (limited)
MPAA Rating:
R for child abuse including sexual assault, and pervasive language.
Chicago Sun-Times, Roger Ebert
"...A great American film." more...
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Chicago Tribune, Michael Phillips
"This is an exceptional film about nearly unendurable circumstances, endured." more...
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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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Filmcritic.com, Chris Cabin
"One of this year's must-see films." more...