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The Color Purple (2023)

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A bold new take on the beloved classic.

A decades-spanning tale of love and resilience and of one woman's journey to independence. Celie faces many hardships in her life, but ultimately finds extraordinary strength and hope in the unbreakable bonds of sisterhood.

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Cast & Crew

Director
Blitz Bazawule
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    Celie Fantasia Barrino
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    Shug Avery Taraji P. Henson
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    Sofia Danielle Brooks
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    Mister Colman Domingo
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    Harpo Corey Hawkins
  • Profile picture of Phylicia Pearl Mpasi
    Young Celie Phylicia Pearl Mpasi
  • Profile picture of Halle Bailey
    Young Nettie Halle Bailey
  • Profile picture of Ciara
    Nettie Ciara

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