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Oscar nominees: Mo’Nique and Mariah?
Published by Clay Cane on Friday, May 15, 2009 at 12:00 am.
I don’t think I’ve seen this much anticipation for a movie since Dreamgirls in 2006. However, this is a different type of film – no glamour, no singing, no dancing. A hardcore script, fearless acting, flawless direction by Lee Daniels and a new star in Gabourey Sidibe, who plays the lead.
Precious is based on the novel Push by Sapphire. While BET.com has been covering this movie for months, after the trailer debuted on Oprah yesterday, many people are declaring Oscar for Mo’Nique. Entertainment Weekly raved:
“The trailer for the Sundance favorite Precious has hit the airwaves, and good heavens, it is stunning.“ EW continues, “I’ve caught wind of grumblings for a nomination for Mo’Nique before, and while it’s ludicrously irrational to make such proclamations based on a two-and-a-half minute trailer, I will confirm she does indeed look amazing. (That scene at 1:35? WOW.) Yes: Mo’Nique. Also known as the former host of VH1’s Charm School. And the star of Soul Plane. And Phat Girlz.”
Then, there is Mariah Carey, who plays a Harlem social worker. Her performance has been praised as “pitch perfect.” She is stripped down from the glam and “Glitter” – however, if anyone saw WiseGirls, you know that Mariah does have acting chops. This just might put her over the top.
This is what acting is about — reinventing yourself down to your voice, look and style.
Precious is the story of an overweight teen who is struggling with poverty, identity and pregnancy. The movie is directed by Lee Daniels and also includes Lenny Kravitz and Paula Patton.
I will go this far: Unless Meryl Streep or Halle Berry has some tricks up their sleeves — Mo’Nique will get an Oscar nod in 2010 and Mariah Carey will at least get a Golden Globe nomination.
Precious might just be the most important film about the lives of black women since The Color Purple. Check out the trailer.
Also, don’t forget Mo’Nique has a new talkshow right here on BET! Click here for a preview!
“This is what acting is about — reinventing yourself down to your voice, look and style.”
Somebody needs to tell Beyonce this.
Anyway, this movie looks like its gonna be DA BIDNIZZ!!!!! Can’t wait to see it!
NOW THIS IS THE MOVIE THAT I’VE BEEN WAITING TO SEE.. I SAW IT ADVERTISE WHEN I WENT 2 SEE MADEA GOES TO JAIL.. THIS IS WHAT YOUNG GIRLS WHO ARE GOING THROUGH SOMETHING NEED TO SEE.. TO LET THEM KNOW THEY ARE NOT ALONE.. AND PPL DO LOVE THEM… US. AND YEA I WOOULD AGREE.. A THRILLER DOES NOT MAKE BEYONCE’ A TOP NOTCH ACTRESS, HOWEVER, SHE DID WELL IN OBSESSED.. QUIT THE HATING ON HER.. AND APPRECIATE THAT SHE’S TRYING… CAN’T WAIT 2 SEE THIS MOVIE!!!!!!!!!!!
I’m glad these two talented women are doing good. Who ever said Beyonce was a good actress, singer, dancer, lied. Beyonce is overrated.
YEAH THAT MOVIE IS GOIN TO BE THE JAM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I read the book and it was awesome!!! but I thought originally the movie was called “Push” so did I miss something? It was out Denver just like 2 months ago but I never had the chance to see it…..so I am ready to see it now!!!
When I saw this trailer, it brought tears to my eyes…So many young girls are going through this, I am glad to see attention being brought to such a serious subject
when does this movie come out. I have been wanting to see it for a long time. so when is it comming out.
Oh yea… this is a winner!
this movie looks very very good. I encourage everyone to go out and see it. NO BOOTLEGGING !!!!
This is really something how you can break a person down; however “GOD” alone can build them back up where they are a much better and stronger person.
That gave me chills! I can’t wait to see it. Mariah and Mo’Nique? What???They look like they are doing the dang thang!
o0o this movie looks ver interestinq ima be at the movies the day it comes out. omg i love it i only seen a preview..
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I’m with Cheniqua. Beyonce is “OVERRATED”. Folks has blown her head way to high up. And I am not a “HATER”.
OMG I will definitely go see this Movie. It seriously brought tears to my eyes and to all the girls out there who are going through this I WANT YOU TO KNOW THAT I LOVE YOU and keep your head up. Everything will be alright. Congrats to Monique, Mariah, and Gabby y’all doin the damn thing!!
wass hannin! i flipin love the movie i cant wait to see it…
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