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.
Cecilia
Tom Baxter / Gil Shepherd
Monk
Emma
Father Donnelly
Larry
Rita
The Countess
Theater Manager
Jason
Mr. Hirsch's Lawyer
Henry
Cecilia's Sister
Gil's Agent
Raoul Hirsh
Delilah
Olga
The Communist
Usherette
Diner Boss
Diner Patron
Diner Patron
Diner Patron
Diner Patron
Diner Patron
Diner Patron
Diner Patron
Penny Pitcher
Penny Pitcher
Penny Pitcher
Ticket Buyer
Ticket Buyer
Ticket Taker
Popcorn Seller
Arturo
Bandleader
Kitty Haynes
Movie Audience
Movie Audience
Movie Audience
Movie Audience
Movie Audience
Movie Audience
Movie Audience
Reporter
Reporter
Movie Goer
Movie Goer
Movie Goer
Movie Goer
Movie Goer
Movie Goer
Policeman #1
Policeman #2
Hollywood Executive
Press Agent
Waiter
Maitre D'
Variety Reporter
Drugstore Customer
Photo Double
Hooker
Hooker
Hooker
Hooker
Music Store Owner
Restaurant Patron (uncredited)
Waiter (uncredited)
