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She's finally met the man of her dreams. He's not real but you can't have everything. - The Purple Rose of Cairo
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Title: The Purple Rose of Cairo

Release Date: 1 Mar 1985

Runtime: 1h 22m

Genre: Fantasy, Comedy, Romance

Director: Orion Pictures

Production Companies: Orion Pictures

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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Ratings

Average Vote: 7.4 (1050 votes)

Cast

  • Cecilia: Mia Farrow
  • Tom Baxter / Gil Shepherd: Jeff Daniels
  • Monk: Danny Aiello
  • Theater Manager: Irving Metzman
  • Cecilia's Sister: Stephanie Farrow
  • Henry: Edward Herrmann
  • Jason: John Wood
  • Rita: Deborah Rush
  • Larry: Van Johnson
  • The Countess: Zoe Caldwell
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