The Purple Rose of Cairo

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The Purple Rose of Cairo (1985)

Fantasy, Comedy, Romance

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1997 ★ 6.2

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2004 ★ 6.3

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2009 ★ 7.4

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Kiss Me Goodbye

Kiss Me Goodbye

1982 ★ 5.9

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1987 ★ 6.8

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