The Purple Rose of Cairo (1985) movie poster

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."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 72%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 84% (RT: 93%, MC: 75) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
FantasyComedyRomance

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Runtime
1h 22m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.4/10 (1,122 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
93%
Metacritic
75
Cast
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
John Wood as Jason
Deborah Rush as Rita
Most people think so. 72% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 1,122 votes. Critics gave it 84%.
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. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The initial cut of The Purple Rose of Cairo was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • Mia Farrow spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
Audience Consensus

The Purple Rose of Cairo is a 1985 fantasy, comedy, romance film directed by Woody Allen. 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. The film has been rated by 1,122 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a fantasy film, The Purple Rose of Cairo delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. The Purple Rose of Cairo (1985) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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