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77% Critic Match
The Color Purple
“It's about life. It's about love. It's about us.”
7.7 / 10• 1985• 2h 34m•PG-13• English
DramaHistory
Storyline
An epic tale spanning forty years in the life of Celie, an African-American woman living in the South who survives incredible abuse and bigotry. After Celie's abusive father marries her off to the equally debasing 'Mister' Albert Johnson, things go from bad to worse, leaving Celie to find companionship anywhere she can. She perseveres, holding on to her dream of one day being reunited with her sister in Africa.
Cast & Crew
Danny Glover
Albert
Lead
Whoopi Goldberg
Celie
Margaret Avery
Shug Avery
Oprah Winfrey
Sofia
Willard E. Pugh
Harpo
Akosua Busia
Nettie
Desreta Jackson
Young Celie
Adolph Caesar
Old Mr.
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Steven Spielberg's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Color Purple is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
