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The Color Purple
Overview
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.
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Movie Details
Status
Released (18/12/1985)
Original language
English
Budget
$15,000,000
Box office
$146,300,000
Country
USAProduction companies