Review of The Purple Rose of Cairo (1985) by Cara B — 21 Jan 2008

Definitely one of Woody Allen's best. Fantastically surreal. Mia Farrow is incredibly adorable.

This review of The Purple Rose of Cairo (1985) was written by Cara B on 21 Jan 2008.

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

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