Reviews — The Illusionist
Audience write-ups from TMDB
JPV852
I’ve watched this film multiple times throughout the years, and each time I find it enjoyable and fulfilling, largely because of Edward Norton’s acting. It's hard to say that it’s as skillfully handled behind the camera, but personally, I like it better than The Prestige, even though that is a really good movie too.
John Chard
The grand themes of existence—life versus death, space against time, destiny and luck—are presented as fundamental cosmic powers. Neil Burger directed The Illusionist, adapting a screenplay by Steven Millhauser from "Eisenheim the Illusionist." Edward Norton, Paul Giamatti, Jessica Biel, and Rufus Sewell lead the cast, accompanied by a score from Philip Glass and cinematography by Dick Pope. It’s wonderful to e…
GeekMasher
Initially, I questioned whether this movie would hold my interest… but I ended up being pleasantly surprised by its quality. The performers delivered solid performances, and the plot proved quite engaging, keeping me invested throughout. It's genuinely an enjoyable film and definitely deserving of a viewing.


