Precious was more of a documentary than entertainment. Perspective is certainly the foundation issue for any honest review of this movie. Some will know firsthand, others will know because they've helped a "Precious", and still others just won't have a clue. This movie is not for the fainthearted (language, etc.) or for those that believe we should "live and let live". Those dealing with a "Precious" or working in the trenches of poverty should plan to bring plenty of tissue. Folks that think you should do whatever it takes to help yourself or that you are responsible for solely breaking the cycles that you are born into should stay home.