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Yes - the actual performances of Prince in Purple Rain were great!

But, at least at that time, his acting abilities were awful! Same for "Apollonia" (whatever her real name was?).

Had to giggle when you mentioned Morris Day & The Time! Yep, he was a hoot in the movie. Didn't know he was still playing! Cool!

For me, Prince falls into a broad category of artists that I respect and appreciate, but for the most part don't resonate in my depths. The guy's musicianship is awesome, and the show is entertaining, and I wore out the grooves of 1999. He's a hall of famer for sure - in fact I think I need to go download some of my Prince faves - all of a sudden "Raspberry Beret" is jangling around my mind. But does he make my desert island list? Probably not...