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The Purple Rose of Cairo

1985·82 min

The Purple Rose of Cairo

Directed by Woody Allen

FantasyComedyRomance

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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Cecilia

Tom Baxter / Gil Shepherd

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Robert Greenhut

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Penny Pitcher

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Mr. Hirsch's Lawyer

David Kieserman

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Elaine Grollman

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What is The Purple Rose of Cairo about?

The Purple Rose of Cairo (1985) is about 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.

Who directed The Purple Rose of Cairo?

Woody Allen directed The Purple Rose of Cairo (1985).

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