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.

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  Mia Farrow

  Cecilia
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  Jeff Daniels

  Tom Baxter / Gil Shepherd
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  Danny Aiello

  Monk
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  Irving Metzman

  Theater Manager
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  Edward Herrmann

  Henry
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  John Wood

  Jason
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  Deborah Rush

  Rita
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  Van Johnson

  Larry
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  Zoe Caldwell

  The Countess
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  Milo O’Shea

  Father Donnelly