The Purple Rose of Cairo
1985
Movie Information
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.
Release Date
March 1, 1985
Director
Woody Allen
Runtime
1h 22m
Cast
Mia FarrowJeff DanielsDanny AielloIrving MetzmanStephanie FarrowEdward HerrmannJohn WoodDeborah RushVan JohnsonZoe Caldwell
Production
Orion PicturesJack Rollins & Charles H. Joffe Productions
Genres
FantasyComedyRomance