Review of The Illusionist (2006) by Amanda G — 08 May 2012

This movie is sheer genius, with amazing acting especially from Giamatti and Norton!It was a visual shmorgesboard!You are entranced in the story from minute 1!!

This review of The Illusionist (2006) was written by Amanda G on 08 May 2012.

The Illusionist has generally received very positive reviews.

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The Illusionist has problematic pacing, the direction from Neil Burger is quite weak and the structure of the film is very odd as the mystery…

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By Xa?Ib Ä (21) on 01 Jul 2016

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The last time I saw this, I remember feeling like the ending was completely explained and I just didn't completely get it…

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By Scott Foundas (913) for L.A. Weekly (3,142) on 04 Aug 2015

The movie is leaden and self-serious, with an unusually hollow performance from Norton, who's not for a moment convincing as a man of raging…

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By Adam R (2,773) on 12 Jan 2016

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By Anthony S (1,574) on 16 Aug 2016

I will take this movie over The Prestige everyday…

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Pretty good on its own, but for comparison's sake, The Prestige is still better. More complicated plot and more disturbing…

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By Imran M (16) on 05 Jun 2015

Giamatti has touched new dimensions in his acting. Totally loved the concept and story that engages you and grabs your attention suddenly…

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By Cody M (1,392) on 16 Jul 2016

The story is simple and surprising along with memorable cinematography…

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By Faith M (57) on 20 Aug 2016

Quite Good. That's a original, and intelligent romantic/fantasist movie. A little bit like The Prestige, but also a bit less Good…

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