The Color Purple Synopsis

This screen adaptation of Alice Walker's acclaimed novel chronicles the African-American experience in the first half of the 20th century through the intimate story of one woman's struggle and liberation. The film launched the Hollywood careers of Whoopi Goldberg and Oprah Winfrey and gleaned 11 Oscar nominations including Best Picture.

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