The Purple Rose of Cairo
The Purple Rose of Cairo

The Purple Rose of Cairo (1985)

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

7.4 (1122 votes)
1h 22m
March 1, 1985
English

Synopsis

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.

Director

Woody Allen

Writers

Woody Allen

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Original Title

The Purple Rose of Cairo

Status

Released

Budget

$15,000,000

Revenue

$10,631,333

Production

Orion Pictures, Jack Rollins & Charles H. Joffe Productions