Premature

Beautifully told coming of age story set in Harlem. The characters and the storyline are very real. If you love indie films you should enjoy it.

Premature is such a relative and authentic story for so many people and teens. The writing is natural, the handheld Camera work puts the audience in the moment, and the direction is simply human.

I thoroughly enjoyed this beautiful love story! Green's directing is confident and nuanced. Zora Howard gives a great performance, and I very much related to the up's and down's of young love that Ayanna experiences. I felt that the characters were multifaceted and complex and enjoyed seeing Harlem and its richness depicted with such beauty on screen.

A widely acclaimed coming-of-age drama directed by Rashaad Ernesto Green and co-written by Zora Howard, who also stars in the film. Set in Harlem, the film follows the emotional journey of Ayanna, a 17-year-old poet played by Howard, who delivers a raw and compelling performance. Her chemistry with Joshua Boone, who portrays Isaiah, a music producer, is electrifying and deeply moving. The screenplay, rooted in the Harlem setting, is both lyrical and authentic, exploring themes of love, trust, and the pains of growing up with sharp, realistic dialogue. Cinematographer Laura Valladao enhances the film's emotional depth with stunning visuals, while Green's sensitive and assured direction draws powerful performances from the cast. Premature stands out for its exceptional performances, authentic storytelling, and visual beauty, making it a poignant and unforgettable cinematic experience.

That is by far the best line of the movie and it really sums up the movie... they fell hard and fast for each other and it ended badly. The main actor and actress have very good believable chemistry and that really kept you in the story and helped propel it. The only con was her friends that were a bit much at times but you could tell she thought alot of them and even called them on their actions. It all felt so raw and real. I have read it compared to a house on beale street and i agree... both are powerful movies dealing with a couple in crisis. I hope to see more of both the main leads b/c they are that good!