The Color Purple
It's about life. It's about love. It's about us.
1987 PG-13 2h 34m
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.
Movie Details
| Original title | The Color Purple |
|---|---|
| Release date | Jan 16, 1987 |
| Status | Released |
| Original language | EN |
| Country | United States of America |
| Certification (US) | PG-13 |
| Keywords | jazz, jazz singer or musician, sibling relationship, prison, abusive father, rape, africa, empowerment, southern usa, letter, adoption, violent husband |
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FAQ
What is The Color Purple about?
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.
When was The Color Purple released?
The Color Purple was released on Jan 16, 1987 (status: Released).
Who directed The Color Purple?
Steven Spielberg directed The Color Purple.
What is the TMDB rating of The Color Purple?
The Color Purple has a TMDB rating of 7.7/10 from 2,037 votes.