The Color Purple (1985) - the final last ending scene - The Reunion of Celie and Nettie HD

The Color Purple was a Drama movie that came out in 1985, starring Whoopi Goldberg, Danny Glover, and Oprah Winfrey. The movie, as with the book it was made after, was set in Georgia in the early 20th century. In the early part of the movie, the 2 sisters Celie and Nettie were violently separated from each other, forced to live their lives away from one another. This is the very last final ending scene, where Celie and Nettie are finally reunited once again. It's a tear jerker...so be ready.
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[@-ChildOfThe80s]

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[@-ChildOfThe80s]

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[@bophreyhumgart2953]

What the heck happened to the sound????

[@unluckycriminal]

ok boomer.

[@DavidKen878]

Are you really thanking people for watching a copyrighted video you had no permission to upload? Emotion and hearts nothing, you're really thanking us for the money this video has generated. Well you're not welcome! For thou walk with me. Thy rod and thy staff through tough necessities.

[@justjonas6556]

74.000

[@j.farmer8345]

Whoopi not winning the Oscar for this performance is unforgivable. It’s nothing less than one of the most spectacular debuts in film history.

[@jeffmercer3891]

Agreed

[@AnthonyWilliams-li5mz]

I could never understand why that happened.

[@j.farmer8345]

​ @Anthony Williams Geraldine Page had a 40+ year career on the stage and screen, had seven prior nominations for Best Actress or Best Supporting Actress since 1953 with no wins, and was in failing health at the time. Whoopi was about 30 years old, and her sole prior credit was a largely comedic performance in a one-woman stage show. Lastly, many Academy voters were likely uncomfortable with Alice Walker's black feminist perspective, the film's controversy with the NAACP, and its taboo subject matter (e.g. incest, rape, spousal abuse, lesbianism, etc.). I imagine all of these factors played some role in ultimately denying the win to Goldberg.

[@Tippy2forU]

@@j.farmer8345 and racsim. Racsim being #1.

[@j.farmer8345]

@@Tippy2forU Well, I mentioned Walker’s “black feminist perspective.” That said, the charge of “racism” is quite broad. It was leveled against the film itself.

[@mdillon4366]

After ALL these years of crying over this scene,I finally notice a hidden gem: Nettie and Cellie BOTH are wearing,”The Color Purple”,...

[@Vision-dt5wo]

Wow never noticed that.

[@everythingyousayiscorrect]

I so did not notice that

[@MrKoolsp]

The flowers too...

[@dity9442]

Good eyes because I never noticed that either.

[@lhuntley4577]

So are Celie's children

[@rinny02852]

I love that Celie had finally found a group of people who loved her. Shug, Harpo, Sophia. Even Sqeak. Her family.

[@donnalee.]

I dint recognize squeak!

[@leeandramurphy5903]

Squeak's name was Mary Agnes.

[@BeeDenver]

I wish y’all could have seen this opening weekend in the theatre like I did. You would not have believed the level of wracking sobs throughout this scene. We had no spoilers back then. No cell phone distractions. We merely took it all In. And we experienced it all together

[@terynb4407]

I mean it's not like people didn't know the ending if they read the book. Only reason why the movie is so good is because the book was well written and the movie followed the book as closely as they could.

[@TonyaGulbranson-mt5qr]

I saw it in the theater on opening night. We were all just sobbing our heads off. I have watched it several times through the years, and I still sob like it is the 1st time I have ever seen it.

[@bm230199]

You should've gone to the theatre in the 1920s. There were no computers, no internet, we actually lived!!! No distractions, we actually spoke to people in person! Those were the days 🙄🙄🙄

[@TheClumsyXeno]

@@bm230199 are you shitting on movie theater opening nights? I mean, if you prefer streaming, sure, but no need to be dripping with such nasty sarcasm.

[@highlandhillwalkin]

I watched this for the first time last week, believe it or not on vhs and the tape was still sealed, no tracking needed and perfect picture... Just an amazing movie with a perfect ending, I wish I watched it in the 80s

[@rain2355]

I love love the color symbolism. Nettie is wearing a deep vibrant purple. After years being away from the abuse, poverty, racism, and misogyny of the U.S. she has flourished. Celie is wearing lavender. A paler muted color. Her joy is less than Netties from the years of pain, but it's still there. And her children are wearing all different colors and shades, literally a bright future.

[@tatasweetheart]

Love this analysis!!!

[@ShyLewis101]

Never thought of it like that but makes total sense

[@rickyray2794]

If this took place IRL wouldn't Nettie have been killed or taken prisoner in some obscure African Civil War? 🤔 For a long time, and even now, there was some pretty brutal shit going on in many African nations. Just saying.

[@darkale658]

​@@rickyray2794 This is very Americanized lol. Africa is huge, there are many places where people live in peace. Back in the day being black in Africa you might be poorer but you would probably be a lot more peaceful than being black in the US

[@rickyray2794]

@@darkale658 Oh I know, there are some wonderful places in Africa. But it can't be denied that the African nations that have had civil wars had some of the worst human rights violations ever. I remember watching this documentary that wasn't edited or blurred out, I think it was either about Sierra Leone or Monrovia(Liberia), saw some pretty wicked shit go down. One part some dude was dying on the street begging for help and all of a sudden BOOM his head completely explodes from a soldier with a shotgun.

[@Jocelyn_Jade]

Frozen has NOTHING on this classic! People acting like Frozen was groundbreaking for its sister love 🙄 please.

[@-ChildOfThe80s]

I agree. While I do enjoy watching Frozen and it's good for what it is, Nothing can compare to the "sister love" of The Color Purple.

[@SuperDobieGirl]

Frozen is a new generation that wasn't here to see this one.

[@-ChildOfThe80s]

I agree. The two films are incomparable because they are directed at hugely different audiences and generations. I think it would be great if everyone would watch The Color Purple at least once. It would change their whole perspective on life.

[@shiningfaceofluzon5594]

Lilo and stitch has left the chat

[@justinmoody9164]

Are you all seriously comparing a child’s cartoon to this masterpiece? Ridiculous

[@luizpaulonm]

Everytime Celie screams "Neeeeeettttiee!" I open a big, big smile before the tears start to flow nonstop! Genuine tears of joy. Very few movies can accomplish that.

[@537garfield]

Me too. I've seen this movie many times and this scene always gets me.

[@LadyAstarionAncunin]

Something about how she later whispers, "Hey, Nettie" is really moving to me too.

[@pumaking86]

David shut up

[@MrLdevelle]

There are several scenes that evoke those emotions for me… every single time…. Even back to back….Great Movie

[@erikadavis4696]

EVERYTIME!😭

[@Luvinmydejah97]

I like how Mister watched from a distance instead of directly approaching. He didn’t need to get credit for reuniting them because he realized they never should’ve been separated at all. He didn’t need to come to Celie so she would accept his apology.. he knew what he did was redemption enough

[@johnsmisek02]

That’s what I don’t like about this upcoming musical remake

[@NellaB_]

@@johnsmisek02 You must hadn't read the book if that's the case. They were cordial after she left him. That's actually what I loved about the remake.

[@allpositivenetwork]

I think he didn't want to get his azz whipped 😂

[@sunni_side_up]

This

[@VeWatchesVideos]

I don't know if I could call it redemption, but I still think Mr./Albert's story arc (especially in the book and also the musical) is inspiring. An abusive man in a long line of them who eventually understands how much he hurt everyone around him and decides "I can't undo the pain I've caused and maybe I don't deserve forgiveness at all, but I can still be a better person from now on and do right by those I've hurt".

[@defblinders9585]

Spielberg and Goldberg were truly robbed and snubbed at Oscar time.

[@-ChildOfThe80s]

Whoever passed on awarding these two gentlemen an Oscar, should be embarrassed of themselves. It's a shame when something so wonderful as this film, doesn't get the recognition it so truly deserves. The writers, director, producer, actors, well just about everyone, did an amazingly fantastic job.

[@bdawgz]

And Winfrey!

[@tcli9725]

😠 Still mad. I have been boycotting the Oscars since 1986 when this movie didn't win any awards. Not one!? It should've won all the awards....it still should be winning awards.

[@joehalbop1928]

Totally agree...its fkn weird...at least we know it wasnt Hitler....who was it then...pmsl...surely not a jewish council of judges againt black actors...go figure...i unashamedly love this film...its great...won no oscars..thats fkd up...even the music is oscar worthy....something smells shitty...id love to know why? Im no anti semitic. ...its fkd up though how else can you justify...och fk it...as the judges said...fk me

[@paulabirt5069]

Oprah wrote this

[@84ccipollini]

I occasonally watch scenes like this and cry my ass off. Its how I remind myself I have a soul lol

[@-ChildOfThe80s]

Same here. If I can still cry during emotional scenes it reminds me that I have a heart and I care. As humans, it's important to know we can still empathize with others. Thanks for watching. I appreciate it.

[@kenb2671]

Me too😊

[@wmperkins25]

If I could I would, but you see I am a man, and I have no feelings or emotions, otherwise I'd cry and show everyone how sensitive I truly am, and how moved I am whenever I see pain and injustice, however I do know, whether or not people believe it, there is a God who loves us beyond our comprehension as is demonstrated by this wonderful reunion scene.

[@TahtahmesDiary]

I'm literally bawling, idk why I thought I was gonna get through this 🤦🏾

[@sophisticatedbadgurl]

🤣🤣🤣

[@m.c.9419]

You could tell Nettie was so nervous coming up. She must have been worried that her own sister wouldn't recognize her after so many years apart. So when Celie yells out her name you could see the joy and relief come out full force and it's beautiful. I love this scene.

[@lindatoussaint2088]

Celie never forgot Nettie. Nettie was Celie heart. Celie love for Nettie never dead. Nettie was the only person that love Celie unconditional.

[@LfcFanGav]

2 things happened to Albert that day He realised for the first time in his life what it was like to do a good thing for someone and straight from that, he realised what remorse felt like. A magnificent scene, poignant which would bring a tear to a glass eye

[@christinavorhis8833]

I think his transformation was the blessing

[@nina1522]

Something just occurred to me as I was rewatching this. Albert saw Celie and all her family, immediate and extended, all together and loving each other, and happy, and Albert is all alone. If he had been a halfway decent human being to any of them, he could have been part of it also, and now he sees that.

[@1ginner1]

Its called redemption.

[@nina1522]

@Christina Vorhis I think his transformation started after Celie left, and he hit bottom. Shortly after that, he was in the juke joint with Harpo and Sofia, and he told them he was glad to see them back together again. That in itself was high praise coming from him.

[@khamiahsimmons957]

Lifted that curse she put on him

[@sign543]

I was 14...and broke down in the theater. It was her face that did it...her inexplicable joy and sadness at the same time...her complete vulnerability. THAT broke me. Seeing her reaction. Empathy. It was heartbreaking.

[@-ChildOfThe80s]

You're exactly right. It's the perfect blend of joy and sadness. I still can't watch it without tearing up.

[@pacificrules]

YES... especially how Mister Johnson paid for his mistake by bringing back Nettie and Celie's kids. He knew in his heart that he did wrong when he got older, and wanted to make right before he dies. The ultimate price of forgiveness for both sides.

[@-ChildOfThe80s]

I agree pacificrules. Mister was for a time, a horrible human being, but in the end he showed his humanity. Sometimes forgiveness comes at a cost, but I am just glad Nettie and Celie were reunited, along with Celie's children. That, in the end, made everything worth it. It's an extremely emotional scene. I don't think anyone could watch this, and not atleast have a tear in their eyes. Thank you very much for watching.

[@sign543]

I have to really dig deep to find forgiveness for Mister. He made her entire adult life a misery. He did the right thing in the end...but wow I’d have a hard time getting over all the awful he did to me, if I was her.

[@-ChildOfThe80s]

I concur. Forgiveness for Mister would be extremely difficult. One good deed doesn't outweigh all of the horrible ones. Now if he continued to try to make amends, then it would be a possibility, somewhere down the road.

[@micheleparker8123]

My sister- who is in heaven now these past 5 years- we were just as close as Celie and Nettie- I'm 60 years old now and I know when we reunite- it will be just like this- tears; crying puddles...

[@-ChildOfThe80s]

Oh Michele, I'm so very sorry for your loss. 2 weeks ago we lost my stepfather to cancer, so I can relate. It is very difficult loosing the ones you love the most. I am sure you will be reunited with your sister someday, and I hope it is a wonderful reunion. But I'm sure, like in this video with Nettie and Celie, it will be filled with tears, although I hope they are tears of happiness. Thank you for watching. It is very much appreciated.

[@mjackson74]

I lost my mom and brother in 2018 and I cannot wait to be reunited. Hopefully will be just like this. I miss them so much and just want that one last time together at sunset to say I love YOU. So many things left unsaid.

[@DiannaAtherton]

I am so sorry you lost your sister. Bestfriends are a blessing

[@erickanew]

That's the same thing I was thinking whenever I see my sister who passed again

[@Today45455]

😢

[@marthedramatiq]

The shot of them standing with their garments blowing in the wind at 0:54 always sends chills

[@PurpleIrishSweater]

They look like angels coming from the distance. All I hear when I see it is “fear not! I bring tidings of great joy!”

[@lamontmelrose7640]

the absolute baddest movie of my generation, hands down! struggle, passion, redemption, love, betrayal, vengeance, determination, power, perseverance, all wrapped up in a movie of historic proportions...can never be duplicated. Oscar-worthy for sure!

[@hereisayana8207]

Love your description... ❤🎉

[@ridor9th]

One more thing, I still can't believe that this film was nominated in 11 categories and did not win any. Disgrace thing to see but what did you expect from these so-called biased Academy Awards?

[@-ChildOfThe80s]

I've always thought the Oscars were rigged. I put no trust or faith in whoever the judges are. Whatever basis they use to judge and score movies are wrong. 11 nominations and not a single win. That's just sorry on the part of the Academy Awards, just plain pathetic. They wouldn't know a true cinematic masterpiece if it fell in their lap. They had the opportunity to let The Color Purple shine, but they didn't. Shame on them. Nevertheless, the movie has continued to entertain and stir emotions in countless viewers ever since. So we got the last laugh.

[@ridor9th]

@@-ChildOfThe80s The Academy Awards were not done by judges, it was election. they sent the forms to people who are members of Academy Awards to pick - often these members of Academy Awards would pass the forms to their assistants to vote for them. Disgrace.

[@Kim-ss5bb]

This movie should have won in every category

[@Carmen-11211]

It won our hearts ♥️ great movie

[@barragin9893]

The film was way ahead of it's time. Things that seem normal now were not common in 80's film: 1. All black cast 2. Woman to woman kiss scene - was more taboo then 3. Speilberg's use of shot angles and lighting - we know them to be genius now, but old hollywood did not, because it was unconventional at the time. So enough people were able to recognize how awesome it was and nominate it, but not enough to vote it as winner.

[@mrbrowz1000101]

Maaaaaaannn when Celie saw those colorful garments flying in the distance...

[@andresuston7692]

Okayyyyy Naw, them beautiful black folks and garments wasn't from round them parts.

[@ninjamistysninjanook664]

It has always been a reminder to me that no matter how bleak and hopeless a situation seems, miracles can happen.

[@musicalbenches]

Her stepfather impregnated her and her children were put up for adoption at birth. The same man that her sister ended up working for and later married turned out to be the man who had adopted her children.

[@harleyquinn5774]

Celie's daughter looks like her and looks at Celie with that daughterly expression of *wanting.* Wanting her love *as her mother* wanting her acceptance *as her mother.* Wanting her mother's unconditional love and acceptance that every child craves from their parents. Something nobody wanted from Celie before.

[@chesterjackson8682]

If this scene doesn't puddle your eyes you're just incapable of crying.

[@-ChildOfThe80s]

I agree. It's such an emotional scene. No human being with a heart could watch without tearing up atleast.

[@Hecloned]

I honestly didn’t cry and I’m 13

[@Squab1972]

I cried at this scene, I am not ashamed to admit it.

[@-ChildOfThe80s]

Tracey, there's no shame in admitting that you're human and watching a scene such as this, brings about emotions and feelings that you can't control. Let the tears flow, I say.

[@simplybmilli]

I try not to cry in any sad or emotional movie, but I ended up shedding a few tears

[@DiamondRubyJewel]

*THIS LAST SCENE MUST BE WHAT HEAVEN'S GONNA FEEL LIKE...WHEN WE'RE REWARDED FOR ALLLLLLLLLL THE PAIN* *7/2/20*

[@nz-bass-head6306]

Wrong

[@DiamondRubyJewel]

@@nz-bass-head6306 🤐🤐🤐🤐🤐🤐🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡

[@andrewbrendan1579]

My mother left in 2010. She was the most important person in my life. My brother died soon to be seven years ago. He had Down Syndrome and suffered horribly in his last years as he deteriorated and his world was taken from him. I can hardly wait to see my mother again and to meet my brother for the first time whole and strong and healthy.

[@morbius109]

When we enter Heaven’s gates, we will be reunited with all those we loved, who went before us. They will be among the first we see, there to welcome us home.

[@johnfd0210]

@@andrewbrendan1579 I hope your reunion is even better than this! Until then, remember they are still always close to you.

[@marcosc7375]

The ending with Danny Glover’s character passing by Celie and Nettie under the sunset. Everything comes full circle.

[@gustavoalejandro]

This is the scene why I couldn't almost finish watching this movie for a second time. Celie's cry: NETTIE!!!!! And that sense of release FROM THE HEART OF AN OPPRESSED SOUL really made me burst into tears. Whoopi is...simply STUNNING.

[@TheMs5feet]

As soon as Celie cried out for her sister, that was it for me😢 literally sobbing like it was my own family.

[@nicholecrawford7367]

Everybody crying like we’ve never seen this movie before lol, this and Forest Gump when he’s talking to Jennys grave I can’t help but cry 😢

[@-ChildOfThe80s]

You have me a great idea for a new video. I've just finished up Forrest talking to Jenny's grave. Check it out. And thanks for watching.

[@laytoniasmith963]

Exactly

[@greysquirrel3924]

Both of the scenes in those movies will bring me to tears every single time

[@calenajackson8772]

My boyfriend jus caught me cryin 😂 😅 and I cry on the part where they sing god is tryna tell you somethin

[@anneaires3984]

One of the most beautiful moments in film history....the tears of joy continue to flow all these years later💕💕💕

[@timothyjaden6385]

Wild Flower yes

[@cumulonimbus583]

You are exactly right. I’m only 20 so I spotted this movie by chance at a friends house in their movie collection. This is the best ever emotional scene IN MOVIE HISTORY! I cannot believe how this movie made me cry and not only in this scene but the scene where Shug Avery and her father embraced. Oh my God how my tears fell.

[@andirandolph8830]

It’s bittersweet. A joyous reunion, but yet so tragic they were kept apart for so many years.

[@Chloeceegaming..7253]

@@andirandolph8830 yes! But I'm so glad Mr. did the right thing in the end❤💯.

[@JustinCase99999]

It doesn't get more spielbergian than this.

[@carolallen3810]

I just reread The Color Purple and it was a beautiful experience.

[@angemaidment5640]

I love that Harpo stuck by Celie all those years. He definitely didn’t take after his father.

[@DiamondRubyJewel]

*MY GRANDMOTHER WAS BORN DURING THIS TIME. SHE SAID SHE'S A WITNESS THAT MEN REALLY DID TREAT NUBIAN WOMEN THE WAY MISTER MISTREATED CELIE. I REMEMBER THE MEN. WERE OUTRAGED WITH SPIELBERG ABOUT THE DEPICTION OF MISTER"S RELATIONSHIP WITH CELIE. MY GRANDMA SAID,"THEY MAD BECAUSE IT'S TRUE.""* RIP GRANDMA GRANNY I LOVE AND MISS YOU SO....

[@scottphillips2870]

Your cap lock is stuck.

[@alfonsom8286]

Wrong, you need to read the damn book, this movie did not describe the atrocities that mister endured which resulted in him being a deeply saddened, depressed and angry man. Furthermore, I was born and raised in the South, am 52 years old can tell you with confidence that men such as mister were NOT the norm.

[@DiamondRubyJewel]

@@alfonsom8286 *WHO ARE CURSING AT on CHRISTMAS EVE🎁🎄🎁...YOU MISERABLE TROLL 🤐🤐🤐🤐🤐😉😉🤡🤡*

[@alfonsom8286]

@@DiamondRubyJewel, 1st of all, I did not curse at you. Secondly, as I stated , you need to read the book before you come on here and make a comment. Lastly, I am not a troll, I am as I stated earlier.

[@CC-hi9fh]

Hey, I'm sorry you had so many gaslighters in your comments. Abuse was and still is absolutely rampant, and particularly against black women. Your grandma sounds like she was an amazing person, and I hope you see her again someday. Much love, and best wishes for you and your family❤

[@xxcolor-my-se4xx361]

There’s something just so bittersweet about Albert passing by the girls as they play. A man that tore them apart and caused them pain in misery for over 40 years, just casually passing by them like nothing ever happened.

[@taneaapochicago]

You missed the points that was his way of redeeming himself. He realized that his father was the problem and kicked him out of his life. He broke free of his own chains and realized all of the damage he caused. That’s why he helped and paid for nettie to get back from Africa and event arranged the meeting. He “passed by” as symbolism of him passing over his old sins and becoming a new man.

[@zombiegaming1684]

I beg to differ he in my opinion had one of thee greatest character arcs in a movie . His realization of the pain he caused and him wanting to make it right is what lead him to pay to have them come to america to finally be reunited . He was looking at them knowing a terrible wrong had been finely made right .

[@expecttheunexpected8361]

@@taneaapochicago When i saw him, i started to cry like a baby. We have the same interpretation too.

[@yeilyn24]

@@taneaapochicago in the book, he later asks Celie to marry him, properly. She declines but offers friendship instead.

[@pamelahayes4429]

He was the one who separated them , and he was the one who united them.

[@HuggiMa]

Gosh... Oprah Winfrey, Whoopie Goldberg, and Danny Glover all in one incredibly moving masterpiece of cinema.

[@rogercook8277]

Ok I will admit, I am a 61 year old man that have seen this clip many times over, yet I tear up every time I see it. Now don't you all tell nobody. 4/7/2021

[@apizzathatgiantforthesimpl5191]

For me, it's Olivia. When Olivia says, "my mother" and starts sobbing, I can't hold it in anymore and I bawl. You can just tell all she has ever wanted up until this point is to see and hold her mother for the very first time and when she finally gets that wish, all the love, grief, and happiness just comes spilling out of her.

[@gretchana]

Agree. "My mother" breaks me every single time.

[@stevenhall4165]

For me it’s when Celie and Nettie hug the second time after Celie barely whispers her name

[@apizzathatgiantforthesimpl5191]

@@stevenhall4165 Yes!!!! When she says that little "Hey, Nettie." it rips my heart out.

[@emilyglass5313]

Same. I'm smiling when Celie and Nettie reunite, Adam I start to crack, by the time Olivia starts sobbing I lose it.

[@dusroots]

You dont understand! Im literally sitting here with snot and boogers crying over Olivia saying "my mother" .

[@warrenjohnson5971]

Saw this movie in the theaters. The entire place was pin-drop quiet as the car was driving up to the house. Thirty seconds into the reunion and all you can hear is sniffling and heavy breathing. People were a mess. I've probably watched this scene on youtube 20 times over the years and every single time it messes me up. The first time was absolutely brutal to experience. Christ.

[@-ChildOfThe80s]

I never had the experience of watching this movie in the theaters. I can only imagine the emotions of the people watching with you. But this scene has always been special to my heart and I can't help but to break down and cry each and every time I watch.

[@warrenjohnson5971]

@@-ChildOfThe80s There wasn't one dry eye in the entire theater. You spend two hours watching the horror show that is Celie's life. Finally, she breaks free, becomes her own person and things settle down. And then out of nowhere her sister, her children and the missionaries that raised them show up. As soon as you see the car coming down the road you just knew.

[@-ChildOfThe80s]

It must've been a wonderful cinematic experience to share that with the rest of the audience. I'm just so glad Celie finally found some happiness in her life. Seeing her go through everything she did...my heart was so sad for her.

[@SuperDobieGirl]

My first thought was gratitude for waiting to see this at home. But I think I missed something not sharing it.

[@-ChildOfThe80s]

dobie, I feel the same. But I was only 10 at the time when this movie came out. If I'd been just a little bit older, I think I would've liked seeing it in the cinema along with the rest of the audience, sharing in their emotions.

[@jefferyberg1978]

One of the best movie endings. Also, the way the music swells as Shug gives that knowing look far off at Albert as the sun sets. Devastatingly beautiful.

[@earlyriser4033]

This movie was a work of art. I can’t think of one thing that isn’t wonderful with the acting, filming, story and scenery. Truely one of the best movies ever made.

[@davidgalaviz2004]

I'm a grown man and I cry everytime I watch this scene. Just plain old good cinema.

[@stevearmstrong1605]

I cry also 😥

[@christianboisseau4675]

Hey bro me too!!

[@Squab1972]

Me too nothing wrong with it

[@AmandaComeauCreates]

More than cinema. A true story in the sense it portrays real hardships and yearning for a brighter future. So sad while being such a happy ending

[@jmjfanss]

one of the greatest endings in movie history.

[@sergiorodriguez1703]

Yeah this film is amazing it doesn’t deserve to be nominated, it deserves to be a winner a best picture and the best endings in cinema like the ending of E.T. and don’t worry about what other people say about the film, it is so epic 😍😭

[@thenightporter]

It's this one and The Shawshank Redemption for me.

[@LfcFanGav]

That end part with Albert got me. Despite all the bad in him and how he just didn't respect Celie as a human being and treated her like crap, with age comes change and there was good in him and it was an amazing moment. Every person on this earth has good in them because God had good in him and he's in our soul. sometimes we just have to dig deep and age to uncover it ❤️ but I felt that feeling of remorse and happiness in Albert like no other

[@albywhitelady]

In the end Celie and Albert actually became close friends who enjoyed each other's company

[@hereisayana8207]

​@@albywhiteladywow I definitely need to get the book

[@ttamcc.4674]

@@albywhiteladyoh fr?

[@nessundorma2000]

When the children greet their mother for the first time…stabs the strings of my heart every time…so BEAUTIFUL ❣️❣️❣️

[@madjidiagne9563]

If you don’t cry 😢, you are not human....

[@-ChildOfThe80s]

Agreed!!

[@kellijohawk6409]

I have NEVER, and I repeat NEVER, been able to watch this scene or movie without sobbing like it's the first time I've ever seen it! And although the reunion of Celie with her sister and children are beyond heart warming, I think what gets me the most is the fact Albert sought redemption and followed through with it. He finally did right by Celie! And that notion keeps my faith in humanity alive. We CAN change for the better, each and every one of us ❤

[@jrewing1512]

I love that expression on Shug and Albert's face.

[@tammybailey2397]

If you watch closely, you can see the emotions play across Albert's face. He is happy that Celie was reunited with Nettie and with her children. But he is sad because he knows that he was the cause of alot of pain, and no w can only see their joy from afar.

[@MaleOrderBride]

I can never forgive Albert!! All those years lost because of his evil!!

[@LadyAstarionAncunin]

The same! Sometimes I'll watch it just so I can clear my emotions out.

[@leeandramurphy5903]

Celie told him, "Till you do right by me, everything you do or think about is going to crumble."

[@RovingRoy]

This scene is such a tear jerker because it says something about love: No matter how mean people are, no matter how terrible the times are, love is there to be reconciled back and redeemed. All those years go by, the pain and the struggle, which is why the redemption of Albert and reunion of the sisters is even sweeter. We live in a f'ed up world, but this f'ed up world still offers the chance for redemption and reconciliation...."Nothing but death can keep me from it" is what Nettie said when she was driven off the land as a kid. And her prophecy was right. That's why she kept writing those letters, and as evil as Albert was, he just couldn't bring himself to destroy those letters....Despite all the bad in the world, it can't kill love or the way to get back to that love between Celie and Nettie...the letters that were hidden were the conduit for one helluva reunion!!!!! Yes, the letters Nettie wrote were the flame of love that would not be stamped out!!! And it was Albert who, in spite of being evil, he redeemed the situation that was terrible before he ever got involved and he redeemed himself. The reason we cry is because deep in our hearts there are often situations we hope will be reconciled and redeemed, too.

[@shacoyavallery]

I thought She said nothing but death can keep me from Her either way it was the most powerful quote that was said in this movie !

[@ronaldgiroux3307]

Even though the movie omitted some important parts of the novel this movie is a masterpiece. We all identified with Celie’s long suffering, humility and loneliness, one cannot help but to cry tears of joy for her unexpected reunion with her children and her dear sister Nittie.

[@Squab1972]

A Beautiful masterpiece from Steven Spielberg.

[@-ChildOfThe80s]

Agreed!! Spielberg did a fantastic job directing this movie. To me, it's one of his best. I'm so glad you enjoyed. Thanks for your comment and for stopping by my channel. It's very much appreciated.

[@meeranaam]

The visual imagery of the ending Is marvelous. I cry when I see the purple and red robes blowing in the wind. When Adam hugs Celie and sobs like a child. And the scene between the two sisters seeing each other after so many years. Thank you for posting this beautiful tidbit.💕

[@-ChildOfThe80s]

You're very much welcome!! I'm so glad you enjoyed it. I had no idea when I posted that it would touch so many people. I guess I thought I was the only one who felt a strong emotional connection to the scene. But it's wonderful to see everyone's comments. I try to reply to each and every one. This is a very special scene from a very special movie. I've loved The Color Purple for most of my life. I read the book in school. I can put myself in the shoes of the characters. And I try to feel what they are feeling. It's emotional and powerful!! Thank you so much for your comment, and for watching and enjoying. It's very much appreciated.

[@tomgallowitz]

Agreed also Olivia just breaking down in Celie’s arms is heart warming

[@riang.4067]

I always remember seeing it for the 1st time in a theater, and that cut to the long shot of the robes billowing, my heart stopped, I knew it would be Nettie.

[@suri-wg1fz]

After watching the latest version of this movie, The ORIGINAL is implanted in my heart as long as I live. It’s a classic that should’ve never been touched. That script, following Alice Walker’s book is so powerful!

[@carolfraz588]

I agree.

[@FilmBoBaggins211]

Both are impactful. But this one more, by far.

[@dadada70pp]

One of the best movies ever my cousin did the wardrobe for the movie. I was on set for this so beautiful.. bless her and the great job she did

[@RAYONICTV]

what was it like???

[@aaroncowming9317]

A film I as a white man have watched well over a hundred times, I have read the book on many occasions. I cant put into words the imprint this film left on me and the educational journey I went on concerning black history after it. Beautifully and masterfully done with an exceptional cast. Nothing for me will ever top this masterpiece. It breaks me every single time especially when she meets her children again.

[@BiggestHaterEVER]

The "green mile" comes second to this, these both are excellent movies.

[@ngoziagbakwu2328]

For me, the heart of the story is forgiveness and redemption. Sophia and Squeak, Shug and her father, Albert, and Celie and her extremely traumatic past...❤

[@deborahswanson3457]

Yes, it had the same effect on me!

[@shawnpreston1639]

Love it! I also love reading about your perspective of it. 🫶🏾

[@thenightporter]

In addition to The Green Mile and The Shawshank Redemption, I also would recommend I've Loved You So Long.

[@daisylanter3504]

The ending of this movie always makes me bawl and the worst part is I cry even harder when I see him walk past in the background. He finally did right by her. Even though he was horrible I feel bad for him too.

[@-ChildOfThe80s]

It's almost impossible not to cry while watching this ending scene. Honestly, I always found it hard for me to feel bad for "Mister". He was such a horrible person. But honestly, he did his best to make up for all the bad he'd done. He did reunite Celie and Nettie after all those years apart, even though he was the direct reason they were separated in the first place. I try to feel sympathy for him and hope he has a better life, but sometimes it's difficult.

[@daisylanter3504]

Child of the 80s yeah I always feel for him because he did not really know any better since his father was a horrible person and taught him the same ways.

[@Loyale1229]

Daisy Lanter Exactly!!! His father was horrible, and Mister was ALWAYS trying to live up to his fathers expectations!

[@VideoFiles99]

Yes, but Spiritually...he broke the cycle of hatred and fear his father had created, and probably what was done to his father too. He did right at the end, and I have to believe that in the reality of Color Purple, he healed and became a better man/Soul. This is the most beautiful and power movie ending EVER.

[@obiwanthewiseass]

@@-ChildOfThe80s It’s hard to forgive someone who did you wrong in so many ways and those that say it’s easy that’s crock. To forgive means you let go of the past and not let it haunt you anymore lest you just become bitter, angry, spiteful, and depressed. Albert finally heard the voice of God and decided to listen to it, hence he did right by Celie and Nettie and that was enough to give his soul peace.

[@jeffmercer3891]

My favorite movie scene of all time, and I’ve been on this Earth for almost 50 years 😢🥰

[@lionelbutler6541]

It’s amazing I saw this movie at 8 years old and subsequent times thereafter with my mother. I’m 44 now and the scene when she reunites with her sister still brings tears to my eyes at almost 45 years of age now. Thank you Momma for bringing this classic to my life and I will make sure my daughter sees this as well.

[@MichaelJenkins-ry2ll]

I just love when Mister realized he did the right thing and changed his ways and eventually became friends with Celie.

[@-ChildOfThe80s]

I am also glad Mister learned from his horrible mistakes, and finally decided to right his wrongs, and try to make amends. I truly hope he became a better man for it. As far as him and Celie becoming friends, I'm not exactly sure that would've been the case, it may have been though. It's just that after all the horribleness Mister had caused to Celie and Nettie, tolerance and forgiveness is about the best I think they could do for him. Becoming friends with him, might have been a tad stretch too much. But who knows, they may have been friends in the end, eventually.

[@nate2525]

Read the book, Mister and Celie end up being good friends in the end. I love reading the book.

[@lisbethmatamoros3665]

Did he use all that money to get em back?

[@tapitapi4524]

@@-ChildOfThe80sin the book they became friends

[@tapitapi4524]

@@lisbethmatamoros3665yep

[@milaniatrance515]

I love this scene it always touched me ,in Algeria we say "rir lajbal li mayatlakawch" which means "only mountains dont meet "

[@-ChildOfThe80s]

That is a wonderful phrase. Thank you for sharing. This scene has to be one of my top 10 movie scenes of all time. Very emotional and touching. Thank you for watching.

[@milaniatrance515]

@@-ChildOfThe80s You're welcome dear😉

[@chrishoo2]

To everyone who is saddened & angry that this film didn´t win the awards it so richly deserved. There are some films, as in life, that do not need awards because they are bigger than such things. They are classics. The Color Purple is such a film. We can celebrate this everyday when so many films with awards are forgotten & gather dust on a shelf somewhere. God blessed this story with truth & that will remain with us for ever.

[@yagirlnee7415]

Look at how Celie is surrounded by so much love. She is now a successful business owner who owns her own home and land too! Her home is vibrant and full of people who just want to be around her. Celie is the one who brought life into Albert's home and it followed Celie when she left! Celie was finally able to flourish and blossom into the woman she was always meant to be and the reunion with her sister and children was the final piece to the puzzle! 😭❤❤❤❤

[@TahtahmesDiary]

Life has a way of separating Black sisters and making us endure these long roads alone, but we find our way back to each other don't we? 💜

[@jincks277]

Your comment makes me cry!!

[@gingergalRidley]

I can't believe that Albert actually turned good in the end

[@jrewing1512]

Like Shug says even sinners like Albert has souls.

[@expecttheunexpected8361]

He did break the cycle of misogynous men stereotype from his father. His father is the one who teaches him how women should be treated as inferior. But his father is wrong. The culture or stereotypes are wrong and cruel.

[@obiwanthewiseass]

@@expecttheunexpected8361 It’s clearly evident that he had enough of his dad when he kicked him out of his house after he told I’m to find a young woman to clean the place up. That was the last time he would ever take his advice let alone bully him considering his dad probably did do that hence why he was so abusive to Celie.

[@AlanRichmon]

He is not really evil. He only does the same he learn to do and how be like all other men. His son can leave because he had somebodys who help them but Albert hadn't. Celie else though this.

[@mariayates3027]

After all these years, still one of the most powerful movie scenes ever.

[@joewhitehead3]

Just goes to show, even the hardest & most cold-hearted of people are capable of doing good

[@africamoore2527]

When they finally reunite and Whoppie gently says "Hey Nettie." Priceless!!!

[@jediwifey2128]

To watch Celie see the red and purple gowns blow in the wind, to see the beauty of that and for Celie to acknowledge that that is for her and because of her. ♥

[@-ChildOfThe80s]

Yes, seeing that, and knowing finally that something special and so wonderful was happening to just her, made this scene even more terrific. I'm so glad you enjoyed it. Thanks so much

[@tapitapi4524]

Ngl, seeing Albert at the end made me cry more because you see a changed man just happy that the sisters were reunited. He learned. So happy that in the book they actually became friends

[@barragin9893]

How good an actress was Whoopi? Incredible. The way she does an old woman run/shuffle there, ...brilliant.

[@pacificrules]

😭😭😭... MAMA!! stop cutting those onions...😭😭😭

[@-ChildOfThe80s]

I agree. It's a tearjerker for sure.

[@lisbethmatamoros3665]

October 2019... currently crying and snotting all over the place , the power of this scene is limitless.. bravo bravo for the millionth time!!

[@-ChildOfThe80s]

It's very difficult to not get super emotional and cry while watching this scene. You're very welcome!! Thank you for stopping by my channel and also for your comment. It really does mean a lot.

[@marcosloza6556]

My mother cried every time she watched this scene. She has been gone 3 years now. I think of her every time I see this. I thankful she introduced me to the masterpiece. Yes miss her.

[@rhyscarter6012]

I'm a grown 31 year old man and I just sat alone in a room and watched this scene and cried like a baby.

[@jcelinacoffee]

This takes me out EVERY TIME. The moment they meet in the flower field makes me weep. It’s so beautiful. I’ve watched this so many times and it never fails to make me cry.

[@SuperDobieGirl]

Did anyone notice the flowers were purple....

[@TheTraveler976]

This scene is so powerful in so many ways. The tears always come.

[@-ChildOfThe80s]

You're right, it's a very powerful and emotional scene. I cry every time I watch it.

[@TheTraveler976]

@@-ChildOfThe80s Yes, its the message associated with it.

[@feralltales239]

I sometimes come back to this scene just to cry.

[@angrybirdredy465]

For years I would watch this movie growing up and every time I seen this ending I'd be thinking about reuniting with my sister one day. I was five when she was born and a few months later she was placed into a sealed adoption..... Finally when I was 21 and she was 16 I found her online. A few weeks later we met up in person. It was beautiful. Last year I found my brother. I have 2 brothers left to find. I hope we all get to have a scene like this one day! 🙏 ❤

[@Jeremytorgersonofficial]

I think I was 14 or 15 who I saw this (and didn’t want to) but it haunted me forever. They don’t even know how to tell stories about the human condition this powerful anymore.

[@krlm2280]

0:40 4:04 Albert went from biggest villain to Babyface with this great gesture and I always loved ending when he walks behind them in the background 4:52

[@erasure33]

The most perfect ending to the most beautiful picture ever made.

[@helenb6644]

This is my favorite movie. I've seen it over 100 times. I've read the book and been to the play. I get all the emotion when I see this scene. Til this day I cry watching it. It is the happiest moment. I will save it. Thank you for posting.

[@Doctor_Kissworthy]

Probably my most-watched movie of all time. Each time I cry more at every emotional moment, and there are a lot! Her reunion here with Adam is intense enough, but when you recall that Olivia was taken right out of her arms, you realise the power of that hug, the intensity of Olivia's sobs, and the impact on Celie's life, which in this moment is now complete...

[@cumulonimbus583]

And although I’m not a fan of, Danny Glover, like, Whoopi, he should have easily won best actor. Must be because this was an all black cast. I don’t care what anyone says. It’s my opinion and I stick to that. Everyone and their grandma knows what movie should have taken the prize that year.

[@ridor9th]

You won't hear any argument from me on this - it was such a travesty that this exhilarating film did not win any Oscar. Shameful thing to see.

[@moolooKev]

I agree

[@wahtusy3519]

which movie won instead?

[@starmanldn]

@@wahtusy3519 out of Africa

[@davs1wife]

No matter how many times I’ve seen this scene. I BAWL LIKE A BABY 😢❤

[@sweetcinnamonpnchkin]

Always break at the “mama”.

[@jsan3743]

I cannot watch this scene without crying. This is my favorite scene from any movie ever. As soon as I hear the wind chimes on the porch, I lose it. Seeing their colorful dresses flowing in the wind. This is magical. Mr finally did something right by her. And the final moment with Celie and Nettie finally back together. My heart…..

[@patientlywaiting22]

This was the most touching scene I have EVER seen.... I cry EVERY SINGLE TIME. Running nose and all... smh

[@-ChildOfThe80s]

Same here. It's truly emotional and very touching. I have to have a box of Kleenex beside me every time I watch. I have to tell you, it was difficult to edit this video, because I had to stop so many times and wipe away the tears.

[@julabell1]

I've seen this I don't know how many times and here I am again, tears steaming down my face.

[@jerlishacummings7808]

Me too!

[@michellehabachi1863]

Same!!

[@davidgalaviz2004]

I'm a grown man with a family. I enjoy action movies, sci fi and horror. Never really liked this sort of movie but every time I watch this scene, I tear up. Every single time.

[@tierramackey9141]

I love how her sister always had her back no matter what ❤️🥺

[@tribblethreatify]

This was one of the greatest movies I ever seen. It should of won an Oscar!

[@allykatt1849]

It doesn't matter how many times I watch this movie, the ending is always a tear jerker. 😭♥️

[@-ChildOfThe80s]

Same here. It's extremely emotional and it gets me each and every time.

[@danielitaiytamiau3583]

Finally the sisters together and reunited, what a beautiful scene. I feel relief, after seeing so much pain on the main character. She got her happy ending, her kids, her sister, and surrounded by people who love her.

[@CaptainKompost1]

Jedes Mal rührt mich dieser Film, besonders diese Szene zu Tränen. Ein Meisterwerkt der Filmgeschichte!

[@pavithransophiya9539]

I don't know why I'm crying....I'm here to watch this for my exam purpose...but I literally like this movie....❤

[@Tjtjboy]

I watched this move many times as a kids. Never cried. Now I am 34 and watch this clip on youtube and I cry. Guess it is time for me to rewatch this again.

[@jincks277]

Me too 1985!!!!

[@Plathismo]

I never cried watching films until I was in my 40s, after I had children.

[@angelinaschlesinger]

One of the many things the story touches on is how greatly the cycle of abuse can impact families but it is also possible to break free from it if we choose!

[@-ChildOfThe80s]

Lina, very well said!! Abuse goes beyond those directly being affected, as horrible as it is. And it's always that hope that the cycle of abuse can be broken, that keeps some of us going.

[@Ronald-ks2iy]

No matter how many times I watch this scene it makes me cry, so happy this movie had a happy ending.

[@pinto4825]

I'm crying AGAIN! Whoopi was unbelievable in this movie.

[@e.michelle2424]

Just watched this again tonight. This time, it was Albert (Mister) I cried for. He had finally made peace with it all.

[@jurnee2cre8]

I just came here to hear what her son and daughter said to her. Why am I tearing up 😥 This scene right here..... messes with my allergies 😏 got me all teary eyed.

[@rebekahjackson5996]

I love the difference in how they call out to each other! Celie is moreso excited beyond reason especially because Nettie has always been her ground,her heart,her reason to life while Nettie's cry seems heartbroken in a way because she has written to Celie countless times and finally receives a response not through letters but with love and of course the obvious they miss each other! My Gosh its been 40 yrs!! Beautiful man

[@rogerramjet5302]

If this were released in 2020 it would sweep the Oscars. A true masterpiece from a wonderful book.

[@EreneWOlson]

Well let’s see lol

[@gentleeyes]

This movie is so heart-beaking, but for some reason it was what happened with Oprah's character that got me the most.

[@-ChildOfThe80s]

You're so right. The horrible experiences of Oprah's character was extremely difficult to watch. To see that very strong willed and forceful woman be beaten down and become that shell of a lady she once was, was truly heartbreaking. Her missing out on the lives of her family and her being forced to work for that old lady, was very sad. I'm just glad in the end, she got back some of herself and became happy.

[@sign543]

I’m not crying. You are.

[@yosemitesam9322]

sign543 ❤️

[@torturedvampyre]

Yes I am and always will.

[@gwenaguilar7049]

When cinema was good. This movie taught me more than all my years in school. I could never bring myself to read the book because the movie hit me hard enough. I just couldn't imagine trying to read it because our minds paint vivid pictures, and this movie was vivid enough. Gets me everytime