The Purple Rose of Cairo
She's finally met the man of her dreams. He's not real, but you can't have everything.
1985 · 82 min · ★ 7.4 (1K) · Fantasy, Comedy, Romance
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.
Directed by Woody Allen · Written by Woody Allen
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Mia Farrow Cecilia -
Jeff Daniels Tom Baxter / Gil Shepherd -
Danny Aiello Monk -
Irving Metzman Theater Manager - S Stephanie Farrow Cecilia's Sister
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Edward Herrmann Henry -
John Wood Jason -
Deborah Rush Rita -
Van Johnson Larry -
Zoe Caldwell The Countess -
Milo O'Shea Father Donnelly -
Dianne Wiest Emma
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