The Purple Rose of Cairo (1985)
Fantasy · Comedy · Romance
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.
Cast
- Mia Farrow as Cecilia
- Jeff Daniels as Tom Baxter / Gil Shepherd
- Danny Aiello as Monk
- Dianne Wiest as Emma
- Milo O'Shea as Father Donnelly
- Van Johnson as Larry
- Deborah Rush as Rita
- Zoe Caldwell as The Countess
- Irving Metzman as Theater Manager
- John Wood as Jason