Did you know? Both Oprah Winfrey in Steven Spielberg's original film and Danielle Brooks in the movie adaptation of The Color Purple's musical version received Oscar nominations for Best Supporting Actress for their portrayal of Sofia. Read More
Both Oprah Winfrey in Steven Spielberg's original film and Danielle Brooks in the movie adaptation of The Color Purple's musical version received Oscar nominations for Best Supporting Actress for their portrayal of Sofia.
The Color Purple's second film adaptation is based on the Broadway musical adaptation of Alice Walker's original book, directed by Steven Spielberg.
Whoopi Goldberg portrayed the midwife who aids young Celie during childbirth in the original film adaptation of "The Color Purple" (1985), while she herself played the mature Celie in the same film.
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