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Movie · 1984

Purple Rain

Before he created the music, he lived every bit of it.

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Music driven Emotionally raw Volatile family drama Artist ambition Romantic turmoil Vibrant performance

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Release
1984
Runtime
111 min

Synopsis

A victim of his own anger, the Kid is a Minneapolis musician on the rise with his band, the Revolution, escaping a tumultuous home life through music. While trying to avoid making the same mistakes as his truculent father, the Kid navigates the club scene and a rocky relationship with a captivating singer, Apollonia. But another musician, Morris, looks to steal the Kid's spotlight -- and his girl.

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