Popcorn Flick for Adults

Rating: 9/10 (24 September 2006)

"The Illusionist" is an enjoyable diversion. It is ultimately escapist fluff, but finally there is a fun film that is geared towards an adult audience rather than children and teenagers.
The acting is first class. Edward Norton is good but somewhat stiff as the lead character. Paul Giamatti actually has the most screen time and it could be argued that he is really the protagonist of the story.
The photography, music, and the script are all first rate. I thought the ending was predictable, but I would have been disappointed if it had ended any other way.
After a Summer of children's film and a Fall full of disappointments, "The Illusionist" is a film that actually delivers the goods. Make sure to see it!