Friday, July 30, 2010 12:25PM - By Krystal Clark
After receiving critical acclaim for his Oscar nominated film Precious, director Lee Daniels has been hard at work developing another heart-wrenching drama. The film is called Selma and it features a cast led by Hugh Jackman and Precious alum Lenny Kravitz. It was set to be Daniel’s next big project, but unfortunately it hit a wall — enter The Butler. According to Deadline, he’s taking some time away from his Civil Rights film to direct a movie about a White House servant.
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Wednesday, March 17, 2010 11:40AM - By Krystal Clark
Academy Award nominated director Lee Daniels is hard at work on his next film, a civil rights drama entitled, Selma. Two major castings have already been made, one being Hugh Jackman and the other his Precious star Lenny Kravitz. According to Reuters, he’s hired another actor to play one of the most influential men of the 20th century, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
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Thursday, March 4, 2010 8:38AM - By Krystal Clark
Hugh Jackman has landed a new role that will be a far departure from his stint as Wolverine in the X-Men series. The Australian actor has been cast as the lead in the next film from Precious director, Lee Daniels. According to USA Today, the pair will team up for Selma, a civil rights drama that he hopes to start filming soon.
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Friday, November 6, 2009 7:55AM - By Krystal Clark
Starting today, we’ll finally be able to experience the much talked about Lee Daniels drama, Precious. The film has won plenty of accolades on the festival circuit and will have its opportunity to impress the general public with today’s release. A lot of people are waiting for the film to open in theaters nationally, but this week it will only hit L.A. New York, Chicago and Atlanta then gradually go from there.
Along with the positive reinforcements have come some negative views of Precious and its portrayal of certain individuals on a national scale. A debate has opened up that asks the question, does Precious enforce stereotypes?
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Monday, October 26, 2009 12:22PM - By Krystal Clark
A new trailer has been released for the critically acclaimed film, Precious: Based on the Novel “Push” by Sapphire. The drama has gained momentum as an early awards season contender thanks to its various screenings on the festival circuit. It stars newcomer Gabourey Sidibe, Mo’Nique, Paula Patton, Lenny Kravitz, and Mariah Carey. It’s directed by Lee Daniels and produced by Oprah Winfrey and Tyler Perry.
Check out the latest trailer for this power piece called, Precious…
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Monday, September 21, 2009 1:43PM - By craigsternberg
The top award winner at this year’s Toronto International Film Festival was the Oprah Winfrey produced Precious: Based on the Novel Push by Sapphire. Precious took home the festival’s “People’s Choice Award” that Best Picture Oscar winner Slumdog Millionare earned last year. Critics have praised the movie throughout its run in various festivals and the movie is gaining major Oscar buzz.
The film’s story revolves around an illiterate girl named Precious and her struggles throughout her everyday life. The film is a brutally honest portrayal of the young woman’s perseverance over the most inhumane obstacles.
Check out what people are saying about the indie darling, Precious…
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