The Purple Rose of Cairo

The Purple Rose of Cairo

★ 7.4IMDb Score
Released:1985-03-01
Duration:82 min
Director:Woody Allen
Actors:Mia Farrow, Jeff Daniels, Danny Aiello, Dianne Wiest, Milo O'Shea
Production:Jack Rollins & Charles H. Joffe Productions

Overview:

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.

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