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1 September 2006 (USA) moreTagline:
Nothing is what it seemsPlot:
In turn-of-the-century Vienna, a magician uses his abilities to secure the love of a woman far above his social standing. full summary | full synopsisAwards:
Nominated for Oscar. Another 5 wins & 5 nominations moreNewsDesk:
(96 articles)
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Simply a wonderful film! Absolutely stunning Cinemaptography! moreCast
(Cast overview, first billed only) | Edward Norton | ... | Eisenheim |
 | Paul Giamatti | ... | Inspector Uhl |
 | Jessica Biel | ... | Sophie |
 | Rufus Sewell | ... | Crown Prince Leopold |
 | Eddie Marsan | ... | Josef Fischer (as Edward Marsan) |
 | Jake Wood | ... | Jurka |
| Tom Fisher | ... | Willigut |
 | Aaron Johnson | ... | Young Eisenheim |
 | Eleanor Tomlinson | ... | Young Sophie |
| Karl Johnson | ... | Doctor / Old Man |
| Vincent Franklin | ... | Loschek |
| Nicholas Blane | ... | Herr Doebler |
| Philip McGough | ... | Dr. Hofzinser |
 | Erich Redman | ... | Count Rainer |
| Michael Carter | ... | Von Thurnburg |
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Rated PG-13 for some sexuality and violence.Parents Guide:
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110 minLanguage:
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1.85 : 1 moreCertification:
USA:PG-13 | Netherlands:12 | Finland:K-11 | Argentina:Atp | Portugal:M/12 | Singapore:PG | Brazil:14 | Ireland:12A | UK:PG | France:U | Singapore:NC-16 (DVD rating) | Canada:G (Quebec) | South Korea:15 | Australia:M | Denmark:11 | Norway:11 | Sweden:7Fun Stuff
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The trick of the Orange Tree was made famous by a 19th Century French magician named Robert-Houdin. It was from Robert-Houdin that another magician, Ehrich Weiss, came up with the stage name "Houdini." This trick is first mentioned in old Indian manuscript as an illusion by Faux. Analogical trick was also performed by Pinetti, an 18th Century magician, but instead of oranges, he used lemons. Houdini was the first one to use real fruits. moreGoofs:
Continuity: The necklace changes from hanging on a chain, to hanging on twine several times throughout the movie. moreQuotes:
Crown Prince Leopold: I know you've been with him.Sophie: It has nothing to do with you.
Crown Prince Leopold: It has EVERYTHING to do with me!
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I loved this movie. It's just that simple. I've seen it several times and the charm never wears off. Yes, it ultimately is a 'feel good movie', but is that so wrong? It keeps you mesmerized until the very last scene. This film is destined to be a classic.
As I read some of the other comments about this movie on IMDb, I realize that cynicism can easily get in the way of just enjoying a movie for what it is. This is a magnificent film! Edward Norton and Paul Giametti are terrific and so is the rest of the cast. The cinematography was stunning. The script was superb. The direction was outstanding. I really can't say anything bad about this film. I thoroughly recommend this movie! I could give it no less than a 10.