The Purple Rose of Cairo

The Purple Rose of Cairo

7.4 | 1985-03-01 | 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.

Featured Crew

Charles H. Joffe Executive Producer
Robert Greenhut Producer
Woody Allen Director
Gordon Willis Director of Photography
Jack Rollins Executive Producer
Dick Hyman Original Music Composer
Susan E. Morse Editor
Woody Allen Screenplay
Michael Peyser Associate Producer
Helen Robin Production Coordinator

Cast

Mia Farrow
Mia Farrow
Cecilia
Jeff Daniels
Jeff Daniels
Tom Baxter / Gil Shepherd
Irving Metzman
Irving Metzman
Theater Manager
Stephanie Farrow
Stephanie Farrow
Cecilia's Sister
John Wood
John Wood
Jason
Zoe Caldwell
Zoe Caldwell
The Countess

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