The Color Purple (2023 film) - Wikipedia
The Color Purple is a 2023 American musical period drama film directed by Blitz Bazawule, with screenplay by Marcus Gardley based on the stage musical of the same name - which, in turn, is based on the 1982 novel of the same name by Alice Walker.
Taraji P. Henson Is Tired of Fighting - The New York Times
Jan 5, 2024 · The “Color Purple” star talks candidly about her battles to get cast and paid her worth. Even as an Oscar-nominated veteran, she had to audition for her new film.
Taraji P. Henson passes the 'Color Purple' baton to a new generation : NPR
Dec 18, 2023 · Henson says the 1985 film adaptation of The Color Purple inspired her to become an actor. She stars as jazz singer Shug Avery in a new version, which she hopes will offer audiences hope and...
What Has Taraji P. Henson Said About ‘The Color Purple’?
Jan 16, 2024 · Taraji P. Henson has been speaking up about mistreatment on the set of ‘The Color Purple,’ with people speculating about a feud between her and Oprah Winfrey. Claims of pay inequity and disrespect have been plaguing the film.
The Color Purple: Taraji P. Henson spoke out about issues on set
Jan 11, 2024 · Amid the press tour for the musical film adaptation of The Color Purple, actress Taraji P. Henson has sparked new conversations in the fight against pay inequality for Black women in...
Taraji P. Henson on the message of "The Color Purple"
Dec 3, 2023 · In the musical adaptation of "The Color Purple," Taraji P. Henson plays Shug, a fearless woman who breaks the rules while helping other women see how strong they can be.
Taraji P. Henson Had to Prove She Could Sing for 'the Color Purple ...
Jan 17, 2024 · "The Color Purple" director Blitz Bazawule fought to cast Taraji P. Henson, the actor said. Henson told IndieWire she had to prove she could sing in her audition to play Shug Avery.
Taraji P. Henson on Shug's 'revenge love' in 'Color Purple' - Los ...
Jan 1, 2024 · When “The Color Purple” director Blitz Bazawule cast Taraji P. Henson for his film adaptation of the stage musical, it wasn’t the first time Henson had been asked to slip on the spangled...
Taraji P. Henson talks about her Hollywood journey and ... - CBS News
Dec 13, 2023 · Taraji P. Henson is known in Hollywood for playing compelling roles in movies like "Hidden Figures" and "Baby Boy," but she's venturing into new territory playing blues singer Shug Avery in a...
Taraji P. Henson on ‘The Color Purple,’ Sisterhood, & Virgo …
Feb 20, 2024 · It doesn’t matter how familiar you might be with Alice Walker’s seminal novel, The Color Purple; its 1985 film adaptation, directed by Steven Spielberg; or even the Broadway show, because according...