After a well-regarded debut in the US in December, The Color Purple is on its way to UK cinemas. But it’s not the first major film adaptation of Alice Walker’s novel, as fans of Steven Spielberg’s 1985 movie will know. Both follow the life of Celie, and her journey to self-love and overcoming trauma. However, Blitz Bazawule’s version has some key differences that audiences of the first film will notice. Read on to find out more. The Color Purple drops in UK cinemas on Friday 26 January 2024. You can pre-order tickets from Cineworld, Odeon, Vue and Picturehouse. US viewers can still catch it in…