Where is the Hoopla for this Top Movie?

Rating: 9/10 (20 September 2006)

How do these great ones get lost in the hoopla of the losers. This movie runs so smooth that I blinked when it was over and said "wow"! The ending came as a complete surprise tying up the story in a neat bow. A great story well told without Hollywood's usual harsh language, heavy sex and big bangs. A very pleasant change. There is one blurred, non-invasive sex scene that, I feel, is essential to the plot.
The period piece is well costumed. Subdued set colors so as not to detract from the story being told. Every action is well thought out. Moves at an even pace throughout. All the actors mesh. Their characters very believable.
"The Illusionist" is a great movie to see alone or with a friend, male or female. It is a quiet movie so may not be for teens who like a more action-packed venue instead of an illusion.
Thank you for bringing a topnotch movie to the screen.