The Color Purple (1985)

Hell No

When Sofia (Oprah Winfrey) is slapped by Mayor (Phillip Strong) on the street, she fights back and is accosted by other white townspeople.

Directed by Steven Spielberg.

© Warner Bros. 2013

Released in 1985 by Warner Bros..

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  • director: Steven Spielberg
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  • producer: Steven Spielberg
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  • screenwriter: Menno Meyjes
  • year: 1985
  • studio: Warner Bros.

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