The Purple Rose of Cairo poster
Rating
7.4/10 (1084 votes)
Popularity4
Runtime1h 22m
Release DateMarch 1, 1985
Budget$15,000,000
Revenue$10,631,333

The Purple Rose of Cairo

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

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.

Production

Orion Pictures(US)
Jack Rollins & Charles H. Joffe Productions(US)

Status

Released

Original Language

English

Spoken Languages

English

Age Rating

All Ages

Key Crew

ProducerRobert Greenhut
DirectorWoody Allen
Director of PhotographyGordon Willis
ScreenplayWoody Allen

Videos & Trailers

The Purple Rose of Cairo (1985) Original Trailer [HD]

The Purple Rose of Cairo (1985) Original Trailer [HD]

Trailer