Oprah Winfrey is bringing her life-changing experiences from “The Color Purple” to a new generation.
The TV mogul, who earned an Academy Award nomination for her role in Steven Spielberg’s 1985 adaptation of Alice Walker’s novel, has put together an all-star ensemble for the big-screen musical remake, she announced Thursday.
The Warner Bros. film will be directed by Blitz Bazawule (“Black Is King,” “The Burial of Kojo”) and stars Fantasia Taylor (Celie), Colman Domingo (Celie’s abusive husband Mister), Danielle Brooks (Sofia), Halle Bailey (Celie’s sister Nettie), Corey Hawkins (Harpo), musician H.E.R. (Squeak) and Taraji P. Henson (Shug Avery).