The Purple Rose of Cairo
📖 Synopsis
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.
🎥 Production Details
- Tagline
- “She's finally met the man of her dreams. He's not real, but you can't have everything.”
- Release Status
- Released
- Genres
- Fantasy, Comedy, Romance
- Director
- Woody Allen
- Original Language
- EN
🎭 Cast
Mia FarrowCecilia
Jeff DanielsTom Baxter / Gil Shepherd
Danny AielloMonk
Irving MetzmanTheater ManagerS
Stephanie FarrowCecilia's Sister
Edward HerrmannHenry
John WoodJason
Deborah RushRita
Van JohnsonLarry
Zoe CaldwellThe Countess🎬 Similar Movies
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Purple Rose of Cairo about?
- 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.
- Who directed The Purple Rose of Cairo?
- The Purple Rose of Cairo was directed by Woody Allen.
- When was The Purple Rose of Cairo released?
- The Purple Rose of Cairo was released on March 1, 1985.
- How long is The Purple Rose of Cairo?
- The Purple Rose of Cairo has a runtime of 1h 22m.
- Where can I track The Purple Rose of Cairo?
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