Winfrey also discusses the cameo that was included.
To cameo or not to cameo?
It has become an ever-present question in a world loaded with reboots, remakes, and better-late-than-never sequels.

Oprah Winfrey.Eric Charbonneau/Getty Images
Eric Charbonneau/Getty Images
There were also other obstacles to Winfrey appearing in the film.
“They were shooting that in the middle of Georgia when COVID was [spreading].
And we also thought it was a lovely homage to Whoopi.
Screenwriter Marcus Gardleytalked about that cameowith theLos Angeles Timesearlier this month.
The Color Purpleis already finding success just days after its release.
Its $18 million opening day is thesecond biggest Christmas Day openingever.