Woody Allen's The Purple Rose of Cairo is both a simplistic romance story and a love letter to cinema. The concept is kind of thin, but Allen is a master of his craft. His dialogue and scenario setups can add depth to any story. He creates rich and humane characters in a sincere story, set between the line of reality and fantasy.
One of my discoveries is that Mia Farrow is a wonderful actress. Her adorable and optimistic appearance lit up the screen. Jeff Daniels is also great in a dual role, one as a seasoned actor, and one as a fish-out-of-water fiction character. The story involves a minor character in the titular fictional film jumping out of the screen to be with Mia Farrow. It is clearly inspired by (and paying homage to) Sherlock Jr., a classic silent picture of similar themes. The Purple Rose of Cairo isn't necessarily as extraordinary or bold as that film, nor does it aim to be. Allen only wants to deliver a short and sweet love story, and he succeeds.
Movies are fantastical and enchanting. They are magical places that we revisit over and over again. They send us to a place of comfort and joy. The Purple Rose of Cairo is a great showcase of why people love the movies.
One of my discoveries is that Mia Farrow is a wonderful actress. Her adorable and optimistic appearance lit up the screen. Jeff Daniels is also great in a dual role, one as a seasoned actor, and one as a fish-out-of-water fiction character. The story involves a minor character in the titular fictional film jumping out of the screen to be with Mia Farrow. It is clearly inspired by (and paying homage to) Sherlock Jr., a classic silent picture of similar themes. The Purple Rose of Cairo isn't necessarily as extraordinary or bold as that film, nor does it aim to be. Allen only wants to deliver a short and sweet love story, and he succeeds.
Movies are fantastical and enchanting. They are magical places that we revisit over and over again. They send us to a place of comfort and joy. The Purple Rose of Cairo is a great showcase of why people love the movies.