Major pre-release coverage on the eve of the film’s opening, describing Purple Rain as Prince’s “emotional biography” and “ultimate creative gesture.” Extensive details on production, cast, script development, and the team behind the project. Publication: Minneapolis Star and Tribune Date: Wednesday, July 25, 1984 Country: United States Section: Entertainment (Pages 1C & 6C) Byline: Jon Bream (main articles) THE STORY The spread includes: “Film is ‘emotional biography’”: Deep

Jon Bream’s major feature celebrates Prince as the country’s hottest pop star. His album Purple Rain is outselling Michael Jackson’s Victory, “When Doves Cry” is a massive hit, and the film Purple Rain opens in theaters on Friday. THE STORY The article is a comprehensive hometown triumph piece marking the peak of Prince-mania: Purple Rain album dominating sales charts, beating the Jacksons. “When Doves Cry” breaking records as the fastest-selling single in Warner Bros. histor