Author Sapphire talks about the new movie “Precious” inspired by her novel “Push,” the process of casting the lead actress Gabourey Sidibe, and the inspirational message of the story.
I agree with just … I agree with just about everything that you’ve said. I’m sick of seeing movies like Dangerous Minds, The Ron Clark Story, Freedom Writers, The Blind Side, The White Shadow and so on where the white person comes in as the savior the save the lowly black folk. And then turn around and say that race has nothing to do with it. What are your thoughts on this? For once, maybe the comment section can be used for enlightening dialogue instead of negativity, discord and stupid comments.
I became a Katie … I became a Katie fan when I saw the Palin interview…to delicately expose a person’s less-than-stellar (to put it mildly) intelligence…why, that deserves an award! This Sapphire interview is tha Bomb! (hip-hop vernacular for ‘good’) I like when Sapphire gave mention to movies/films that feature that Great White Hope for our kids. Like this new Sandra Bullock movie coming out…like that Ted Danson Chess TV movie..there has to be more movies showing us helping US. Selah!
This interview was … This interview was something I really appreciate…I’ve read the book, and I couldn’t put it down; it captivated me. I can not wait to see how the words in the books are captured onto film and come alive.
Sapphire is a deep … Sapphire is a deep spirit and phenomenal writer. I had the pleasure of meeting her at the NBAF in 1993 I believe. I am so happy to see her receiving the commercial success she deserves.
Author Sapphire talks about the new movie “Precious” inspired by her novel “Push,” the process of casting the lead actress Gabourey Sidibe, and the inspirational message of the story.
November 14th, 2009 at 12:58 pm
This interview is …
This interview is amazing..I’ve always loved Katie’s interviews…And Sapphire is an intelligent woman…
November 14th, 2009 at 12:58 pm
Excellent interview …
Excellent interview. Katie’s a good listener.
November 14th, 2009 at 12:58 pm
Kathy Bates went …
Kathy Bates went there in Misery. But, I understand her point about MoNique.
November 14th, 2009 at 12:58 pm
I agree with just …
I agree with just about everything that you’ve said. I’m sick of seeing movies like Dangerous Minds, The Ron Clark Story, Freedom Writers, The Blind Side, The White Shadow and so on where the white person comes in as the savior the save the lowly black folk. And then turn around and say that race has nothing to do with it. What are your thoughts on this? For once, maybe the comment section can be used for enlightening dialogue instead of negativity, discord and stupid comments.
November 14th, 2009 at 12:58 pm
I became a Katie …
I became a Katie fan when I saw the Palin interview…to delicately expose a person’s less-than-stellar (to put it mildly) intelligence…why, that deserves an award! This Sapphire interview is tha Bomb! (hip-hop vernacular for ‘good’) I like when Sapphire gave mention to movies/films that feature that Great White Hope for our kids. Like this new Sandra Bullock movie coming out…like that Ted Danson Chess TV movie..there has to be more movies showing us helping US. Selah!
November 14th, 2009 at 12:58 pm
This interview was …
This interview was something I really appreciate…I’ve read the book, and I couldn’t put it down; it captivated me. I can not wait to see how the words in the books are captured onto film and come alive.
November 14th, 2009 at 12:58 pm
the book is …
the book is actually called “push”….
November 14th, 2009 at 12:58 pm
wonderful interview.
wonderful interview.
November 14th, 2009 at 12:58 pm
Wow, i am so …
Wow, i am so captivated by Sapphire and her book Precious. I can’t wait to see this movie. What an amazing work.
November 14th, 2009 at 12:58 pm
I love that Katie …
I love that Katie lets Sapphire take the lead and speak her mind…she’s such a fantastic interviewer and anchor!
November 14th, 2009 at 12:58 pm
Wow. Fantastic …
Wow. Fantastic interview.
I’ve been wondering what Sapphire was like. What a remarkable woman.
I can’t wait to see this film.
November 14th, 2009 at 12:58 pm
would like to watch …
would like to watch the film.. nice interview by the way
November 14th, 2009 at 12:58 pm
Sapphire is a deep …
Sapphire is a deep spirit and phenomenal writer. I had the pleasure of meeting her at the NBAF in 1993 I believe. I am so happy to see her receiving the commercial success she deserves.
November 14th, 2009 at 12:58 pm
i hope that …
i hope that Gabourey Sidibe get her oscar in leading role for this movie! its great great picture.