Nov 4th, 2009 - Los Angeles Times
“Precious: Based on the Novel ‘Push’ by Sapphire” has attracted abundant film festival awards and critical raves, including enthusiastic endorsements from talk-show host Oprah Winfrey and filmmaker Tyler Perry.
Now it's time to see what that's all worth.
The stark drama about a sexually abused teenager premieres Friday, and Lionsgate is hoping to convert the film's early support into ticket sales during a time when audiences are steering clear of serious subject matter.critical raves
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