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‘Purple Rain’ With Bill Simmons and Wesley Morris

The Rewatchables

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This chapter explores the cultural impact of Prince's film 'Purple Rain,' released in 1984, and its significance in the entertainment landscape of the time. Through personal anecdotes and reflections on other icons like Eddie Murphy and Michael Jackson, the discussion highlights how the film shaped the representation of Black artists in cinema and music.

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