The Color Purple

About the "The Color Purple"

"The Color Purple" is an inspiring remake of the original 1985 adaptation of Alice Walker's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel. The movie, released in 2023, depicts a deep, emotional story of a young African American woman named Celie, who's struggling to conquer the racial and sexist oppression pervasive in the early 20th century Georgia.

Making / Production

The production of "The Color Purple" (2023), was helmed by a dedicated team of creatives who had the daunting task of crafting a film that lived up to both the critically acclaimed novel and its classic 1985 adaptation. Filmed in various rural locations to capture the essence of the story's setting, the movie was a poignant homage to Alice Walker's masterpiece.

Actors

• Janelle Monáe as Shug Avery: Monáe played an enchanting Shug Avery, balancing sweetness with strength and revealing the character's complex interior life.
• Cynthia Erivo as Celie Harris-Johnson: Erivo left audiences in awe with her powerhouse performance as Celie, capturing the trials, resilience, and evolution of the character.
• David Oyelowo as Mister: Oyelowo brought depth and nuance to the character of Mister, balancing fierceness and vulnerability to render a profound portrayal of the character.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• This was the second film adaptation of Alice Walker's novel, the first being Spielberg's version in 1985.
• Cynthia Erivo had already played Celie onstage in "The Color Purple" Broadway revival before reprising the role in the movie.

Awards

"The Color Purple" (2023) was recognized for its exceptional performances and resonant storytelling, receiving numerous nominations and awards, including a Best Actress nomination for Cynthia Erivo in her role as Celie.

Quotes

• "I'm poor, black, I might even be ugly, but dear God, I'm here. I'm here." – Celie
• "Everything you done to me already done to you." - Celie

Music, Soundtrack

• "Miss Celie's Blues" - Janelle Monáe
• "God Is Trying to Tell You Something" - Cynthia Erivo