Premature is a tender yet unsentimental portrait of 17-year-old Ayanna (Zora Howard, who also co-wrote the screenplay), navigating her last summer in Harlem before college. What begins as a casual fling with older musician Isaiah (Joshua Boone) deepens into an intense relationship that forces Ayanna to confront her ambitions, independence, and the complexities of young love.
Directed by Rashaad Ernesto Green, the film pulses with raw authenticity, blending lyrical visuals with the rhythms of Harlem’s streets. Howard’s performance is electrifying—capturing both the euphoria and vulnerability of first love—while Boone brings a magnetic charm that makes their chemistry palpable. The film doesn’t shy away from tough questions about power dynamics, consent, and the sacrifices women are often expected to make for love.
With its sun-drenched cinematography and intimate storytelling, Premature feels like a memory unfolding in real time—equal parts nostalgic and urgent. It’s a standout in the coming-of-age genre, offering a fresh, Black femme perspective rarely seen on screen.
Themes: First Love • Autonomy • Growing Pains • Art & Identity
For Fans Of: Eighth Grade’s honesty • Medicine for Melancholy’s vibe • The Wood’s nostalgia
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