Wednesday, January 13, 2010

A Welfare Tale

Precious and her woes


Frontpage Magazine has published my review of Precious, a new movie about a young black girl on welfare.

The movie has been nominated for three Golden Globe awards:

- Best Motion Picture - Drama

- Gabourey Sidibe for Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture - Drama

- Mo'nique for Best Performance by an Actress In A Supporting Role in a Motion Picture

It is also expected to receive as many nominations for the Oscars.

In line with my article on the less than impressive direction of the film, it didn't win Best Director or Best Script.

Mo'nique and Sidibe certainly made the film, I think simply with their overwhelming presence.