The Illusionist (2006): In turn-of-the-century Vienna, a magician uses his abilities to secure the love of a woman far above his social standing. (7.7)
Director: Neil Burger
Stars: Edward Norton, Jessica Biel and Paul Giamatti
The above "turn of the century" is about 1900s rather than 2000s. The period costumes, streets, architecture, etc. have been done quite nicely. A good story, but I would have liked had the movie ended on the presumed sad ending. A feel-good ending is required, I suppose, for American commercial success. Then again, that is his greatest illusion. My rating: 7.0
