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Five of the best books about female friendship

Sally Rooney, Alice Walker and Nancy Mitford are among the writers who have charted complex and profound bonds that can last a lifetime

The Guardian - UK · Sep 12, 2024

The Color Purple Cast Member Advocates For LGBTQ Representation

Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor advocates for authentic LGBTQ representation in The Color Purple film adaptations, emphasizing the importance of honoring the origina...

Top News · Feb 24, 2024

The Color Purple movie review: Blitz Bazawule infuses this dark story with light at every turn

Though it is replete with suffering, this musical movie of Alice Waters' story has a shining thread of hope stitched through it

Evening Standard · Jan 26, 2024

Introducing Taraji P. Henson: A Multifaceted Talent in The Color Purple

Discover Oprah Winfrey's admiration for Taraji P. Henson's versatile talents as an actress and singer in the role of Shug Avery in The Color Purple.

Top News · Dec 22, 2023

‘The math ain’t math-ing’: Taraji P Henson speaks out about Hollywood pay gap

Henson, who plays Shug Avery in a new musical version of The Color Purple, broke down during a press interview for the film as she outlined the disparity

The Guardian - UK · Dec 21, 2023

The Color Purple review – a heartfelt new version supercharged by a powerhouse cast

The rough edges of Steven Spielberg’s 1985 adaptation have been softened but the evocative energy of this movie-musical’s three female leads is magical

The Guardian - UK · Dec 19, 2023

The Color Purple musical: release date, cast, plot and everything we know about the movie

Get ready to unwrap The Color Purple musical as it makes its Christmas debut. Here's everything we know about the film.

WhatToWatch · Apr 26, 2023