The Purple Rose of Cairo

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

Plot Summary

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.

7.4 /10

1985

US

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new york city

great depression

falling in love

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