The Illusionist
– Scotland, late 1950s. A struggling illusionist visits an isolated community and meets a young lady w..
Scotland, late 1950s. A struggling illusionist visits an isolated community and meets a young lady who is convinced that he is a real magician.
11 Feb 2011
English, French, Scottish Gaelic
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Sylvain Chomet
Sylvain Chomet (adaptation), Jacques Tati (original screenplay)
Jean-Claude Donda, Eilidh Rankin, Duncan MacNeil, Raymond Mearns
Details the story of a dying breed of stage entertainer whose thunder is being stolen by emerging rock stars. Forced to accept increasingly obscure assignments in fringe theaters, garden parties and bars, he meets a young fan who changes his life forever.
Nominated for 1 Oscar. Another 6 wins & 30 nominations.
$2,200,000
Sony Pictures Classics