The Purple Rose of Cairo
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.
Release Date: 1985-03-01
Fantasy
Comedy
Romance
★★★★★★★★★★ (1057 votes)
Casts
Mia Farrow
as Cecilia
Jeff Daniels
as Tom Baxter / Gil Shepherd
Danny Aiello
as Monk
Irving Metzman
as Theater Manager
Stephanie Farrow
as Cecilia's Sister
Edward Herrmann
as Henry
John Wood
as Jason
Deborah Rush
as Rita
Van Johnson
as Larry
Zoe Caldwell
as The Countess
