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“Precious” is based on the Novel Push by Sapphire” is a powerful and moving film that tells the story of a young girl named Precious who is struggling to overcome a lifetime of abuse and neglect. Directed by Lee Daniels and released in 2009, the movie stars Gabourey Sidibe in the titular role and features a standout performance from Mo’Nique as her abusive mother.

The film is set in Harlem in the late 1980s and centres around the life of Claireece “Precious” Jones, a 16-year-old African-American girl who lives with her mother Mary (Mo’Nique), who physically, sexually, and emotionally abuses her. Precious is also pregnant with her second child by her own father, who also abused her, and is illiterate. Precious is enrolled in an alternative school for students who are struggling academically, and it is there that she meets her teacher, Ms. Rain (Paula Patton), who helps her to learn how to read and write and encourages her to pursue her dreams of becoming a writer.

The film is raw and unflinching in its depiction of the abuse that Precious endures, and it doesn’t shy away from the difficult realities of poverty and racism that are often associated with the experiences of black women in America. The performances in the film are exceptional, particularly that of Mo’Nique, who won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role as Mary. She is able to convey the complexity of her character, who is both deeply abusive and deeply wounded herself, in a way that is both terrifying and heart-breaking.

Gabourey Sidibe’s performance as Precious is also exceptional, as she is able to convey both the pain and the resilience of her character. Her transformation from a quiet and withdrawn teenager to a confident and self-assured young woman over the course of the film is inspiring and moving.

One of the most powerful aspects of the film is the way in which it portrays the importance of education and the transformative power of learning. Ms. Rain, who is a beacon of hope and positivity in Precious’s life, helps her to see that she has the ability to change her circumstances and to pursue her dreams. This message is particularly powerful given the many obstacles that Precious faces, including poverty, abuse, and illiteracy.

Overall, “Precious” is a difficult but important film that shines a light on the experiences of black women in America and the transformative power of education. The performances are outstanding, the direction is powerful, and the message is both heart-wrenching and uplifting. It is a film that will stay with you long after the credits have rolled.

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My name is Yasmine Luhandjula, and I am the Chief Editor for She Evolves World. My role is to plan, manage and produce quality, engaging and informative content for our readers.

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