I’ve always been upfront about my reservations regarding movie musicals, and it's also not widely known that I’ve never really connected with the original 1985 film version either; it felt like Steven Spielberg was still learning how to make films with real weight. Keeping those things in mind, it seems reasonable to assume this new musical adaptation of Alice Walker’s novel would face an uphill battle, and that prov…

This is a genuinely good film. I’m struggling to find something significant to say about *'The Color Purple,'* especially since musicals aren't usually my thing; although, I have to admit, I’ve grown to appreciate them more recently because of doing reviews. The movie has excellent music and a really powerful story that connects emotionally. This was my first experience with this particular narrative, and it makes…

It feels like sometimes it’s best to leave certain stories alone—those that had a real effect on film, theater, and literature. I’m not convinced this adaptation isn't one of those times. The story centers on the young Celie, who is essentially traded to a neighbor, Mister (Colman Domingo), in exchange for a cow and some eggs. It turns out his friendly exterior hides a darker side: he's a misogynist who treats women …