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.

Directed by: Woody Allen
Written by: Woody Allen
Release date: 1985-03-01
Runtime: 82 minutes
Critics score:
Tagline: She's finally met the man of her dreams. He's not real but you can't have everything.
Cast:
Mia Farrow Mia Farrow
Cecilia 
Jeff Daniels Jeff Daniels
Tom Baxter / Gil Shepherd 
Danny Aiello Danny Aiello
Monk 
Irving Metzman Irving Metzman
Theater Manager 
Stephanie Farrow Stephanie Farrow
Cecilia's Sister 
Edward Herrmann Edward Herrmann
Henry 
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Also known as:
  • La rose pourpre du Caire
  • 카이로의 붉은 장미