Prescious Under Fire

Recently, there has been some controversy brewing over the film "Prescious". Some in the African American community seem to feel that the film, which stars comedian/actress Monique as an abusive mother, depicts African Americans in a negative light. While I haven't seen the film yet, I can say with the utmost confidence that charaters like the ones depicted in the film do exist. And charaters like the ones that can been seen in films like, "The Best Man" exist also. It is important that we depict the wide range of human beings that can be found in the African American community. Not all Blacks are gang bangers and drug dealers. Some are doctors, lawyers and business executives as well. We are not one demential people and this has to be understood. We experience the same joy and heartache, love and rejection that others do. It's important that this is shown on the big screen. Those in our community who disagree should reconsider. Just a thought.