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'The Color Purple' actor Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor slams film for 'sanitizing' lesbian romance

The Color Purple musical movie took "sisters before misters" a little too seriously when cutting elements of a lesbian romance in favor of sisterhood themes, out actor Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor says.

28 Gorgeous Purple Carpet Photos From The Color Purple Premieres

Oprah, Ariana DeBose, Fantasia Borino, Colman Domingo and more look stunning on the purple carpets celebrating the upcoming release of The Color Purple.

Lesbian-inclusive 'Color Purple' doesn't need Oscars' approval

Largely snubbed by the Academy, 2023's The Color Purple is a miracle, regardless of awards.

‘Color Purple’ Actress Fired for Homophobia Had Rule Against Gay Roles

Seyi Omooba is suing the theater and former agents after being fired from the lead role in The Color Purple, but the theater's lawyer argues that she wouldn't have played the role anyway.

'The Favourite's Unapologetic Queer Female Sexuality Is Oscars' First

A few lesbian-themed films have earned Oscar nods over the years, but The Favourite's depiction of female sex is revelatory. 

When Will Queer Women Get Their 'Call Me by Your Name' Oscars Moment?

The Oscars are finally becoming more diverse, but the Academy still fails to reward stories about queer women. 

52 Straight People Who Nabbed Oscar Noms for LGBT Roles

Being an actor may be the only time playing LGBT pays off.

The Top 175 Essential Films of All Time for LGBT Viewers

What is the most essential movie ever for LGBT viewers? There can be only one. We've made our pick, and now you can vote on Facebook and Twitter in a "Clash of the Classics!"