The scene is key in showing that Celie has something to strive for amidst all the pain that she endures, and only makes her final reunion with Nettie at the end of the film even more powerful.

Some scenes feel rushed to set up the requisite ... Much like the first movie adaptation, The Color Purple leaves out a very important part of the book: Celie and Shug’s queer relationship.

The Color Purple has finally arrived on streaming. Here's where to watch the Oscar-nominated movie musical. Gayle King tells ET that although the producer is disappointed in the missed Oscar nods ...