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The Color Purple (1985): Film vs Book
Film · 1985 · Directed by Steven Spielberg · Starring Whoopi Goldberg, Danny Glover, Oprah Winfrey
About the film
The story of a woman's life told through her letters, across decades.
How close is it to the book?
Close to the bookIt keeps the heart of the book but softens some of its harshest material and its letter structure.
Read or watch first?
The novel's letters give a much more intimate voice.
What the book gives you
The Color Purple by Alice Walker
A powerful story told in an unforgettable voice that leaves you feeling hopeful and deeply connected to its heroine.
Who will like it: Readers who want a moving, uplifting story of strength, sisterhood and finding your voice.