Review of The Purple Rose of Cairo (1985) by Marvin M — 04 Jan 2007

This one and "nouvo cine paradiso" are the two best movies ever about cinema itself and the magic it brings. mia farrow is great.

This review of The Purple Rose of Cairo (1985) was written by Marvin M on 04 Jan 2007.

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

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