An epic story spanning forty years an African-American woman living within the South who endures bigotry and misuse. After Celie's abusive dad marries her off into the both debasing"Mister" Albert Johnson, things go from bad to worse, leaving Celie to get 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.