Premium: Critic Reviews

MovieWeb: 0 reviews

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RottenTomatoes: 7 reviews

Bill Stamets Chicago Sun-Times (Top Critic)

75

Chatmon reworks many elements of Robert Townsend's erratic 1987 film Hollywood Shuffle into a fluent story that favors character over satire.
Full Review » 6 years ago
Ronnie Scheib Variety (Top Critic)

Standout thesping by stars Dorian Missick and Zoe Saldana, along with fully fleshed-out secondary roles, distinguish Pete Chatmon's gentle comedy.
Full Review » 6 years ago
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.
Full Review » 5 years ago
Kam Williams EURWeb

50

A high-stakes romantic comedy which pits a bourgie brother against another from the 'hood who knows how to keep it real.
Full Review » 5 years ago
Steve Murray Atlanta Journal-Constitution

59

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.
Full Review » 5 years ago
Wilson Morales BlackFilm.com

75

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.
Full Review » 5 years ago
Nick Schager Slant Magazine

63

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.
Full Review » 5 years ago