Dorian Missick, Eva Pigford, Frankie Faison

Reginald "Cool" Coolidge is a struggling actor, fed up with taking stereotypical African American roles and waiting for his big break in a legitimate production. Until this time comes, he works at his...( read more  read more... ) mother's boyfriend's gas station to repay him for covering his college tuition. One day at the station, his ex-fiancée - and one true love - reappears at the pumps after 3 years of silence. Cool discovers that it is 36 hours until her wedding to a local lawyer. As Cool embarks on last-ditch attempts to win her back, he takes on the biggest "role" of his life while also learning the secret to mastering his craft.

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R, 1 hr. 37 min.

Directed by: Pete Chatmon

Release Date: February 23, 2007

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DVD Release Date: April 17, 2007

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  • October 25, 2009
    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.
  • October 8, 2009
    This movie is good.
  • October 5, 2009
    Kept me interested, even funny at parts, good romantic drama. Very nice movie.
  • September 25, 2009
    people see this movie is nice movie
  • August 27, 2009
    all around movie, but what happened to the fairy tale ending?
  • August 24, 2009
    Good performances and insight to auditions and what one may expect to go through.
  • June 1, 2009
    Interesting independent film, good performances.
  • June 27, 2008
    Zoe Saldana is a truly emerging actress and this role showed some of her depth. This film is cute but it isn't without flaws. Some scenes could have been tightened up but overall the story is endearing. It's a nice example of a well-made black indie film. "Black love is beautiful...( read more)" - hehe. If you watch the movie then you'll get that line.
  • February 16, 2008
    the acting is excellent
  • November 5, 2007
    Quite interesting.....N they can act well...esp Reginald

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February 20, 2007
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. full review

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