The Color Purple
Directed by Blitz BazawuleIn 1909 Celie a black American girl is given away in marriage by her abusive father to a local farmer Albert who treats her cruelly. Celie is God fearing and deliverance comes in the form of jazz singer who takes her away to another city far away from her misery. She now gets her long due happiness.
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The Color Purple Ratings & Reviews
- angelm30February 28, 2025This version of the critically acclaimed original film imbues the narrative with a hopefulness and sense of beauty that was not nearly as prevalent before. Its use of song to convey the inner emotions of the characters adds a layer of emotional depth that will make even the most stubborn viewer shed a tear or two. The added expansion on the love story between Celie and Shug takes this version a step further than its predecessor by refusing to shy away from what is, in this viewers eyes, a much needed piece of queer representation that the original was too afraid to take on. While there might be one minor flaw in the casting of a particular character (I’ll leave you to determine which), as a whole this is a beautiful and overwhelmingly triumphant adaptation of an enduring classic. Brava! Bravissima!!
- rg9400November 1, 2024This was the final movie of 2023 for me, and a great way to close it out. I have not watched the original or the Broadway play, so I cannot compare it to those. I did not know what to expect going in, but I found the beginning and ending of the movie to be suffused with pathos. The middle kind of drags a bit and could have been shorter, and outside of 1-2 songs, I did not care much for the music. But the production and costume designs were lavish, and the acting was heartfelt. The themes are strong, which makes sense for something with so many adaptations already. It’s not necessarily one of the best movies of the year, but it’s in the second batch.
- Eric BakkeOctober 12, 2024The Color Purple (2023) carries profound cultural and religious significance, delivering one of the most Jesus-centered messages I've encountered in cinema. It features absolutely stunning vocal performances that truly captivates. The creative staging and choreography elevate the storytelling, drawing audiences in both visually and emotionally.
