If you're looking for "uplifting", then "Precious: Based on the novel Push by Sapphire" might not be the film for you. However, the film is still powerful, and brings to light the abuse of poor youth in the U.S. Claireece "Precious" Jones (Gabourey Sidibe) is an illiterate, overweight teen living in Harlem, who suffers physical, sexual, and mental abuse by her mother and late father, who impregnated Precious twice. When Precious becomes inspired by her teacher and new friends at an alternative school, Precious realizes she's worth more than what her mother tells her she is. With the help of a social worker (played by Mariah Carey sans make-up), Precious seeks to find happiness outside of her abusive home. The true stand out of the film is comedienne Mo'Nique, who defies her typecast playing Precious's terrifying abusive mother, and her performance earned her the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. The film won't become a classic by any means, but any film that attempts to shed light on human abuses can be worth a watch. 5 out of 10 stars.
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