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The Illusionist (2006)

PG-13 | | Drama, Mystery, Romance | 1 September 2006 (USA)
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In turn-of-the-century Vienna, a magician uses his abilities to secure the love of a woman far above his social standing.

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Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
... Eisenheim
... Inspector Uhl
... Sophie
... Crown Prince Leopold
... Josef Fischer (as Edward Marsan)
... Jurka
Tom Fisher ... Willigut
... Young Eisenheim (as Aaron Johnson)
... Young Sophie
... Doctor / Old Man
... Loschek
... Herr Doebler
Philip McGough ... Dr. Hofzinser
... Count Rainer
... Von Thurnburg
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In late nineteenth century Vienna, renowned illusionist Eisenheim is reunited with the Duchess von Teschen when she is volunteered from the audience to participate in an illusion during one of his performances. Despite having not seen each other in fifteen years when they were teenagers, they almost immediately recognize each other as Eduard Abramovich and Sophie von Teschen, they who had a doomed romance at that time due to their class differences. The Duchess is soon to be wed to the Crown Prince Leopold in what would be for him a marriage solely in pursuit of power: overthrowing his father, the Emperor Leopold, as well as overtaking the Hungarian side of the empire. The Crown Prince is known to use violence against women if it suits his needs or purposes. As such, the Duchess, who realizes that she still loves Eisenheim and he her, can never leave the Crown Prince without it jeopardizing her life. After Eisenheim humiliates the Crown Prince at a private show which results in an ... Written by Huggo

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Nothing is what it seems

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Drama | Mystery | Romance | Thriller

Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated PG-13 for some sexuality and violence | See all certifications »

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Box Office

Budget:

$16,000,000 (estimated)

Opening Weekend USA:

$927,956, 20 August 2006, Limited Release

Gross USA:

$39,868,642

Cumulative Worldwide Gross:

$87,892,388
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Filmed in 46 days. See more »

Goofs

When Norton's character gives the coins to the street urchins, the first coin is visible in his hand before the trick. See more »

Quotes

[first lines]
woman in audience: It's her. I know it's her! She wants to tell us something.
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Referenced in The Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Episode #20.184 (2012) See more »

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Simply a wonderful film! Absolutely stunning Cinemaptography!
16 September 2006 | by – See all my reviews

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.
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