The Color Purple
7.7/10
Rating
154 min
Runtime
1985
Release Year
Steven Spielberg
Director
Cast
Danny Glover, Whoopi Goldberg, Margaret Avery, Oprah Winfrey, Willard E. Pugh
Quick Synopsis
The Color Purple follows the life of Celie, an African-American woman living in the rural South over a period of forty years. Throughout her life, Celie endures severe abuse and discrimination, beginning with her father who forces her into a marriage with Albert Johnson, a man who treats her harshly. Despite these hardships, Celie seeks comfort and friendship wherever possible and remains determined to reunite with her sister, who she hopes to find in Africa one day.
Detailed Synopsis of The Color Purple
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.
