Wow

Rating: 10/10 (7 September 2007)

This movie was truly one of the best I have ever seen. I have always had an interest in magicians and illusions, and this movie is a perfect fit for fans of both. I sat mesmerized throughout the entire thing, sometimes guessing what was going to happen next, and a couple times I was right. However, I have to admit to having absolutely no notion of how the ending was going to turn out. When the Prince committed suicide, I noticed that there wasn't much time left in the movie, so I knew things would wrap up soon. However, when Eisenheim got the locket from Uhl's pocket, I simply thought he would disappear on the train and that would be it. I had no idea the entire thing had been an illusion! Uhl's discovery of the truth, with the flashbacks and explanation, was my favorite part of the movie, and is probably that for most viewers. Truly, nothing is what it seems.
Watch 'The Illusionist.' You'll understand.