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  1. The Illusionist is a 2006 American romantic mystery film written and directed by Neil Burger, and starring Edward Norton, Paul Giamatti and Jessica Biel. Based loosely on Steven Millhauser 's short story "Eisenheim the Illusionist" , it tells the story of Eisenheim, a magician in turn-of-the-century Vienna , who reunites with his ...

  2. Sep 1, 2006 · Trivia. FAQ. IMDbPro. All topics. The Illusionist. 2006. PG-13. 1h 50m. IMDb RATING. 7.5 /10. 390K. YOUR RATING. Rate. POPULARITY. 2,744. 308. Play trailer 2:33. 1 5. 3 Videos. 99+ Photos. Drama Fantasy Mystery. In turn-of-the-century Vienna, a magician uses his abilities to secure the love of a woman far above his social standing. Director.

    • (390K)
    • Drama, Fantasy, Mystery
    • Neil Burger
    • 2006-09-01
  3. Aug 17, 2006 · All of these things -- tricks of the eye, mechanical illusions, artistic skills, suspension of disbelief, philosophical principles, metaphysical questions -- are at the mysterious, romantic heart of "The Illusionist," written and directed by Neil Burger, and based on the story "Eisenheim the Illusionist" by Steven Millhauser.

  4. Aug 11, 2012 · 4.5K. 2.2M views 11 years ago. Director: Neil Burger Writers: Neil Burger, Steven Millhauser (short story "Eisenheim the Illusionist") Stars:Edward Norton, Jessica Biel and Paul Giamatti...

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  5. A master magician named Eisenheim (Edward Norton) vies with Crown Prince Leopold (Rufus Sewell) of Vienna for the hand of noblewoman Sophie (Jessica Biel), the girl he once loved.

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    • Neil Burger
    • PG-13
    • Ed Norton
  6. Synopsis. The film begins in medias res as Chief Inspector Uhl (Paul Giamatti) recounts the history of Eisenheim for Crown Prince Leopold (Rufus Sewell), following Uhl's visit to the theatre to arrest Eisenheim during what appears to be necromancy passed off as a magic show.

  7. Aug 18, 2006 · Written by John Chard on February 2, 2019. With his eye on a lovely aristocrat, a gifted illusionist named Eisenheim uses his powers to win her away from her betrothed, a crown prince. But Eisenheim's scheme creates tumult within the monarchy and ignites the suspicion of a dogged inspector.