The Illusionist

Content Warnings

Overall Severity: 🟡 65/100
Total warning time: 3m 57s
Sex/Nudity: 🟡 30/100 (1m 18s)
  • 🟡 30/100 [00:45:12 - 00:46:30] A couple is shown in bed together, implied sexual activity but nothing explicit is shown.
Drug Use: 🟢 10/100 (25s)
  • 🟢 10/100 [00:22:45 - 00:23:10] A character is seen smoking a cigarette.
Violence: 🔴 70/100 (2m 10s)
  • 🟡 40/100 [00:15:20 - 00:16:05] A character is slapped forcefully.
  • 🔴 80/100 [01:10:35 - 01:12:00] A character is shot and killed on screen, with some blood shown.
Strong Language: 🟢 20/100 (4s)
  • 🟢 10/100 [00:33:50 - 00:33:52] Use of the word 'damn'.
  • 🟢 10/100 [01:05:15 - 01:05:17] Use of the word 'hell'.
The Illusionist
Year: 2006
Certificate: U
Runtime: 110 min
Genre: Drama, Fantasy, Mystery
IMDB: 7.6
Meta Score: 68
Votes: 354728
Gross: 39,868,642
Director: Neil Burger
Stars: Edward Norton, Jessica Biel, Paul Giamatti, Rufus Sewell
Overview: In turn-of-the-century Vienna, a magician uses his abilities to secure the love of a woman far above his social standing.

Movie FAQ

Q: Who stars in the movie The Illusionist (2006)?
A: The movie stars Edward Norton as Eisenheim the Illusionist, Jessica Biel as Sophie von Teschen, Paul Giamatti as Chief Inspector Uhl, and Rufus Sewell as Crown Prince Leopold.
Q: What is the plot of The Illusionist (2006)?
A: The Illusionist follows the story of Eisenheim, a magician in early 20th-century Vienna, who uses his abilities to win back his childhood love, Sophie, who is engaged to the Crown Prince. As Eisenheim's illusions become more daring, he attracts the attention of both the public and the authorities, leading to a dramatic confrontation.
Q: Who directed The Illusionist (2006)?
A: The movie was directed by Neil Burger.
Q: Is The Illusionist (2006) based on a true story?
A: No, The Illusionist is not based on a true story. It is a fictional tale inspired by Steven Millhauser's short story 'Eisenheim the Illusionist.'
Q: What is the significance of the orange tree illusion in the movie?
A: The orange tree illusion is one of Eisenheim's most famous tricks in the movie, symbolizing his deep connection to nature and his ability to create seemingly impossible feats. It also serves as a metaphor for his love for Sophie and his defiance against the Crown Prince.