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The Purple Rose of Cairo
FantasyComedyRomance

THE PURPLE ROSE OF CAIRO

"She's finally met the man of her dreams. He's not real, but you can't have everything."

19851h 22m7.4 TMDb

Directed by Woody Allen

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Cecilia is a waitress in New Jersey, living a dreary life during the Great Depression. Her only escape from her mundane reality is the movie theatre. After losing her job, Cecilia goes to see 'The Purple Rose of Cairo' in hopes of raising her spirits, where she watches dashing archaeologist Tom Baxter time and again.

Cast

Mia Farrow

Mia Farrow

Cecilia

Jeff Daniels

Jeff Daniels

Tom Baxter / Gil Shepherd

Danny Aiello

Danny Aiello

Monk

Irving Metzman

Irving Metzman

Theater Manager

Stephanie Farrow

Stephanie Farrow

Cecilia's Sister

Edward Herrmann

Edward Herrmann

Henry

John Wood

John Wood

Jason

Deborah Rush

Deborah Rush

Rita

Movie Vibe

Suspense5
Emotion6.1
Complexity7.2
Humor7
Realism5.5
Action5
Darkness3.9

Who would enjoy this

Recommended for

  • viewers looking for a fun, witty watch
  • fans of emotional, heartfelt storytelling

May not appeal to

  • those seeking nonstop action

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