Review of The Purple Rose of Cairo (1985) by Neilio O — 11 Feb 2013

This is classically romantic Allen. Original, charming, magical and real. A paradoxical filmic oasis.

This review of The Purple Rose of Cairo (1985) was written by Neilio O on 11 Feb 2013.

The Purple Rose of Cairo has generally received very positive reviews.

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