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did you say Spielberg?
However, I’m not surprised that he would pull off such a great direction with then relatively unknown actors like Oprah Winfrey, Danny Glover and Whoopi Goldberg; their performances are impressively emotional.
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Pop Culture Phenomenon Films: 80’s (1525 movies items)" An epic tale spanning forty years in the life of Celie, an African-American woman living in the South who survives incredible abuse and bigotry. After Celie’s abusive father marries her off to the equally debasing “Mister” Albert Johnson, things go from bad to worse, leaving Celie to find companionship anywhere she can. She perseveres, holding on to her dream of one day being reunited with her sister in Africa. Based on the novel by Alice Walker. The film, featured Whoopi Goldberg, "
Pop Culture Phenomenon Films: 80’s (1525 movies items)" An epic tale spanning forty years in the life of Celie, an African-American woman living in the South who survives incredible abuse and bigotry. After Celie’s abusive father marries her off to the equally debasing “Mister” Albert Johnson, things go from bad to worse, leaving Celie to find companionship anywhere she can. She perseveres, holding on to her dream of one day being reunited with her sister in Africa. Based on the novel by Alice Walker. The film, featured Whoopi Goldberg, "
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1985 Awardie Awards (46 movies items)"Also nominated Best Picture Best Screenplay Based on A Novel or Other Material Best Production Design Best Costume "
“A lot of people may not know that this was directed by Spielberg. I know I didn’t, when I watched it, so I was surprised. However, I’m not surpri”
Movies the giraffe watched in 2022: February (28 movies items)"First viewing - Feb. 27th HBO Max Finally crossed off this cinematic blind spot, thanks to it leaving HBO Max at the end of this month, & I'm so glad I did. I haven't read the book it's based on, so I can't compare the two, but I thought it was very well made even if Spielberg isn't an obvious choice to direct it. Whoopi & Oprah shine brightest among the stars in this film, & the story tackles some uncomfortable subjects while truly developing its characters. It's a tough watch, but a worthwhil"
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