new york city,great depression,falling in love,movie star

The Purple Rose of Cairo (1985)

Poster for The Purple Rose of Cairo

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

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 & Crew

Director
Woody Allen
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    Cecilia Mia Farrow
  • Profile picture of Jeff Daniels
    Tom Baxter / Gil Shepherd Jeff Daniels
  • Profile picture of Danny Aiello
    Monk Danny Aiello
  • Profile picture of Irving Metzman
    Theater Manager Irving Metzman
  • Profile picture of Stephanie Farrow
    Cecilia's Sister Stephanie Farrow
  • Profile picture of Edward Herrmann
    Henry Edward Herrmann
  • Profile picture of John Wood
    Jason John Wood
  • Profile picture of Deborah Rush
    Rita Deborah Rush

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Keywords

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  • great depression
  • falling in love
  • movie star