Purple Rain — the 1984 American rock musical drama film directed by Albert Magnoli and written by Magnoli and William Blinn — premieres on July 26, 1984 at Mann’s Chinese Theatre, Hollywood, California. The film marks Prince’s debut as a leading actor, with many elements of his personal life mirrored in the character of “The Kid.” Filmed on location in Minneapolis and Los Angeles, the movie features Minnesota landmarks including the Crystal Court of the IDS Center and the Fir