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Premium

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Premium

R

2006

1h 37m

Comedy

Drama

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Reginald "Cool" Coolidge (Dorian Missick) is an actor hoping for his big break away from stereotypical black roles. When his ex-fiancée, Charli (Zoe Saldana), pulls in to the gas station where he works, Cool realizes that he still loves her after three years apart. But there is one problem: Charli's wedding to another man is only 36 hours away. Desperate to win her back, Cool uses his talents as an actor to convince Charli that she is choosing the wrong man.

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J. R. Jones

Chicago Reader

Early scenes reminiscent of Hollywood Shuffle spoof the typecasting of African-Americans as pimps and drug dealers, but when the hero finally lands an audition for a dignified role in a serious film he falls flat on his face.

Jul 13, 2022

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Steve Murray

Atlanta Journal-Constitution

In gasoline terms, Premium isn't. But the romantic dramedy has some high-octane emotional moments, thanks to writer-director Pete Chatmon's wise dissection of the games one-time lovers play.

Rated: B-

Mar 1, 2007

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Nick Schager

Slant Magazine

Premium's believable moments slightly prevail over its inauthentic ones, helping writer-director Pete Chatmon's modestly played drama just barely cross over the brink of compelling naturalism.

Rated: 2.5/4

Feb 20, 2007

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Frank Lovece

Film Journal International

Has a problem with its slack and meandering narrative...but it's still well worth a look for its generous wit, casual insightfulness, and love of humanity.

Apr 2, 2007

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Kam Williams

EURWeb

A high-stakes romantic comedy which pits a bourgie brother against another from the 'hood who knows how to keep it real.

Rated: 2/4

Mar 8, 2007

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Wilson Morales

BlackFilm.com

Chatmon's ability to inject humor while addressing some serious issues with the film business and romantic relationships add to his talent and makes "Premium" worth seeing.

Rated: 3/4

Feb 26, 2007

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Audience Member

I thought it was an interesting movie. I thought the actors were good in their roles.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

02/04/23

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Low budget film about a guy who is a struggling actor that comes in contact with his old girlfriend and finds out she is getting hitched in a few days to another man. He is still in love with this girl who is getting married. I didn't like the ending. Dorian Missick and Zoe Saldana make the film worth watching. 5/10

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

02/13/23

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Audience Member

this is a real good movie.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/09/23

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Audience Member

Not to bad..but a bit boring

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

01/27/23

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Audience Member

Enjoyed the movie. Can somewhat relate to Cool's character. I've always been told you'll make it & you'll be great at what you do! My, my.......having what it takes, but big break just hasn't come along yet.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

02/26/23

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Audience Member

This movie is good.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/08/23

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Synopsis

Reginald "Cool" Coolidge (Dorian Missick) is an actor hoping for his big break away from stereotypical black roles. When his ex-fiancée, Charli (Zoe Saldana), pulls in to the gas station where he works, Cool realizes that he still loves her after three years apart. But there is one problem: Charli's wedding to another man is only 36 hours away. Desperate to win her back, Cool uses his talents as an actor to convince Charli that she is choosing the wrong man.

Director: Pete Chatmon
Producer: Lynn Appelle, Pete Chatmon
Screenwriter: Pete Chatmon
Production Co: Double7 Images, PalmStar Media
Rating: R (Language)
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Streaming): Dec 15, 2015
Runtime: 1h 37m

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