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Synopsis
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 mother's boyfriend's gas station to repay him for covering his college tuition. One day at the station, his ex-fiancé - 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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Type: Trailer • Published 2015-12-15
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 2, 2006
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Pete Chatmon, Rick Zahn
- Screenplay & Story
- Pete Chatmon
- Original Score
- Eric Lewis
- Original Title
- Premium
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Production Studios
- PalmStar Media, Double7 Images, Codeblack Entertainment, Griot Pictures Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Pete Chatmon, Rick Zahn
Pete Chatmon
Eric Lewis
Brian Pryzpek
K.A. Miille
Tony Dunoyer, Thomas Hopkins, Sriram Das, Lynn Appelle, Kevin Scott Frakes
Department Leadership Roster
Pete Chatmon
Director
Laura Hyman
Production Design
K.A. Miille
Editor
Rick Zahn
Director
Tere Duncan
Costume Design
Eric Lewis
Original Music Composer
Brian Pryzpek
Director of Photography
Lynn Appelle
Producer
Kevin Scott Frakes
Producer
Pete Chatmon
Producer
Pete Chatmon
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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What is Premium about?
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 mother's boyfriend's gas station to repay him for covering his college tuition. One day at the station, his ex-fiancé - 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.
Who directed Premium?
Premium was directed by Pete Chatmon, Rick Zahn.
Who stars in Premium?
The principal cast of Premium includes Dorian Missick, Zoe Saldaña, Hill Harper, Frankie Faison, William Sadler.
When was Premium released and how long is it?
Premium was released in 2006 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
Who composed the musical score for Premium?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Premium was composed by Eric Lewis.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Premium?
Premium holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).