Prince (September 30, 1983) “Purple Rain” Casting Call – Star Tribune

A local announcement in the Star Tribune detailing casting calls for extras in Prince’s forthcoming feature film Purple Rain, to be shot in Minneapolis with a budget of approximately $3.2 million.

Publication: Star Tribune

Date: Friday, September 30, 1983 Country: United States

Section / Pages: Entertainment / Local News

Title: Purple Rain movie casting information

THE STORY

The article reports that Prince’s first feature film, a musical titled Purple Rain, is about to begin shooting in Minneapolis. Producers include Mike Frankovich Jr., with Albert Magnoli directing and a script by Magnoli. It notes the involvement of local figures like Buffle Stone of the Minnesota Motion Picture & Film Board and announces an open casting call for extras (particularly for a rock concert scene) on Tuesday at the Holiday Inn II in Bloomington, with separate times for men and women.

CONTEXT AND NOTES

This early casting call preceded principal photography for Purple Rain. The film, largely shot in the Twin Cities (including First Avenue), became a cultural landmark and major commercial success in 1984. The announcement reflects strong local involvement and excitement around Prince’s cinematic debut.

EATURE HIGHLIGHTS

Event: Purple Rain film casting call announcement

Era: Purple Rain pre-production (1983) Tone: Informative and community-oriented

Photography: None in this clipping Visual Motifs: Standard newspaper article layout with clear local production details

WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS

• Early public mobilization for extras in Prince’s Purple Rain movie

• Details on budget, producers, and filming location in Minnesota

• Hometown pride in Prince’s expanding career into film

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