The illusionist [dvd] / Bull's Eye Entertainment ; Bob Yari Productions ; Contagious Entertainment ; Michael London Productions ; Stillking Films ; produced by Brian Koppelman, David Levien, Michael London, Cathy Schulman, Bob Yari ; screenplay by Neil Burger ; directed by Neil Burger.
Edward Norton, Paul Giamatti, Jessica Biel, Rufus Sewell, Eddie Marsan, Jake Wood, Tom Fisher. Based on the short story "Eisenheim, the illusionist" by Steven Millhauser. DVD release of the 2006 motion picture. Special features: commentary by writer/director Neil Burger ; The making-of 'The illusionist' featurette ; Jessica Biel on 'The illusionist' featurette ; trailer.
Summary:
The acclaimed illusionist Eisenheim has not only captured the imaginations of all of Vienna, but also the interest of the ambitious Crown Prince Leopold. When Leopold's new fianceĢe rekindles a childhood fascination with Eisenheim, the Prince's interest evolves into obsession. Suddenly the city's Chief Inspector finds himself investigating a shocking crime. But even as the Inspector engages him in a dramatic challenge of wills, Eisenheim prepares for the most impressive illusion yet.
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