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10When a movie character is really working, we become that character. That's what the movies offer: Escapism into lives other than our own.
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What is The Color Purple about? 
"The Color Purple" is a powerful and emotional journey that follows the life of Celie, a young black woman living in the rural South during the early 20th century. After being abused and mistreated by her father and later her husband, Celie finds solace in her relationships with two strong-willed women who help her discover her own strength and voice. With Oscar-winning performances from Whoopi Goldberg, Danny Glover, and Oprah Winfrey, this film adaptation of Alice Walker's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel is a poignant portrayal of hope, love, and empowerment in the face of adversity. Nominated for 11 Academy Awards including Best Picture and Best Actress (Whoopi Goldberg), "The Color Purple" is a timeless classic that continues to inspire audiences today.
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What movies are similar to The Color Purple?
Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as The Color Purple include The Untouchables, Squizzy Taylor, Goodfellas, Once Upon a Time in America, Wall Street, Colors.
When was The Color Purple released in theaters?
The Color Purple was released in theaters on June 26, 1986.
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