The Illusionist

The Illusionist is a turn of the century movie about a magician that is in love the a Dutchess. Surprise, the Dutchess is betroved to the mean, evil Crowned Prince. Yeah, so what, nothing special about the story line. Very simply written, and directed the same. The story was quite predictable and non suspenseeful. However, given that, it was entertaining. The movie was beautifully filmed and the Cinematography was excellent, hence the nomination. Edward Norton and Jessica Biel were both excellent in the movie. Good depth and range with the character. As most people know, I am the president of the anti-Paul Giamatti club. I have not been a fan of his since people made a big deal about him not getting an oscar nomination for Sideways. That was because he did not deserve it! The movie was cute, but it did not deserve its best picture nod either. Oh well, as much as I prefer not to see Paul on film, he actually did a good job in this one. I am cringing as I write this, but I am fair, when fairness is deserved.