Precious: Based on the Novel 'Push' by Sapphire 2009
“For precious girls everywhere.”
What is Precious: Based on the Novel 'Push' by Sapphire?
Precious: Based on the Novel 'Push' by Sapphire is a film first released in 2009. Catalogued under Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2009
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 110 minutes
- Release date
- Nov 6, 2009
- Studios
- Smokewood Entertainment Group, Lee Daniels Entertainment
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
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Overview
Precious: Based on the Novel 'Push' by Sapphire is a film first released in 2009. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by Smokewood Entertainment Group, Lee Daniels Entertainment. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A Harlem teen fights abuse and illiteracy while pregnant with her second child.”
- Raw portrayal of hardship
- Outstanding lead performances
- Authentic 1980s Harlem setting
- Intense emotional content may be distressing
Watch it if you appreciate unflinching dramas about resilience in the face of adversity.
The film contains graphic emotional and physical abuse, making it unsuitable for younger viewers.
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Frequently asked questions
Who directed the film?
The film was directed by Lee Daniels.
What is the source material?
It is based on the novel "Push" by Ramona Lofton, who writes under the name Sapphire.
When and where is the story set?
The story takes place in Harlem in 1987.
Who plays the lead role of Precious?
Gabourey Sidibe portrays Precious Jones.
How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes.