The Color Purple 1985
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SplatAn 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.
Videos & Photos
All 5 Videos & 245 Photos
cast
Full Cast & Crew
as Albert
as Celie
as Shug Avery
as Sofia
as Harpo
as Nettie
as Young Celie
as Old Mr.
as Squeak
as Miss Millie
Director:
Writer:
Menno Meyjes, Alice Walker, Quincy Jones, Rod Temperton, Lionel Richie
Stars:
Danny Glover, Whoopi Goldberg, Margaret Avery, Oprah Winfrey, Willard E. Pugh, Akosua Busia, Desreta Jackson, Adolph Caesar, Rae Dawn Chong, Dana Ivey,
Genres:
Drama,History
Release Date:
1985 (U.S.A)
Run Time:
154 min
MMPA Rating:
PG-13
Critics Reviews
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“Unrelenting and human. This film doesn’t chase trends — it carves its own lane with heart and grit.”
“It’s rare to see a story this economical yet emotionally expansive. A quiet storm of a screenplay.”
“This is the kind of film that reminds you why producing indies matters. Vision, integrity, and something to say.”
“There’s a pulse to this performance-driven story. Raw, exposed, and honest. I’d audition for this world anytime.”
“A visual and emotional tightrope — and it never falls off. Confident filmmaking with soul.”
“Dialogue that feels lived-in. It doesn’t shout — it breathes. The writing feels like eavesdropping on real lives.”
“Impossibly polished for the budget. You can see the producing team hustled hard to make every frame count.”
Audience Reviews
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Stayed so true to the source material but still had its own must-see moments. A beautiful revival.
Overlong and bogged down in dark photography and art direction, this live action remake doesn’t come close to the magic that was the animated original.
My daughter and I absolutely loved this movie! The actors they selected were spot on compared to their animated version! A must see!!!!! Bravo!!!
im not a big fan of live action remakes, but this was solid!
Cast & Crew of
The Color Purple
Directors & Credit Writers
Credit Writers
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Cast
as Albert
as Celie
as Shug Avery
as Sofia
as Harpo
as Nettie
as Young Celie
as Old Mr.
as Squeak
as Miss Millie
as Pa
as Grady
as Preacher
as Reverend Samuel
as Corrine
as Buster
as Mayor
as Swain
as Adam
as Olivia
as Odessa
as Young Harpo
as Young Olivia
as Young Adam
as Young Tashi
as Daisy
as Store Clerk
as Mailman
as Road Gang Leader
as Loretta
as Church Sister
as Church Sister
as Church Sister
as Boy
as Boo
as Emma
as Child #1
as Child #2
as Jook Joint Patron
as Jook Joint Patron
as Jook Joint Patron
as Jook Joint Patron
as Jook Joint Musician
as Jook Joint Musician
as Jook Joint Musician
as African Musician
as African Musician
as African Musician
as African Musician
as African Musician
as African Musician
as African Musician
as African Musician
as Church Choir Soloist (uncredited)
as Church-goer (uncredited)
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