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It all begins in rapidly changing, turn-of-the-century London. At a time when magicians are idols and celebrities of the highest order, two young magicians set out to carve their own paths to fame. The flashy, sophisticated Robert Angier is a consummate entertainer, while the rough-edged purist Alfred Borden is a creative genius who lacks the panache to showcase his magical ideas. They start out as... See Full Description
| Genres: |
Drama, Thriller and Adaptation |
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| Running Time: |
2 hrs. 15 min. |
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| Release Date: |
October 20th, 2006 (wide) |
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| MPAA Rating: |
PG-13 for violence and disturbing images. |
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| Distributors: |
Warner Bros. Pictures International, Buena Vista Pictures Distribution
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| U.S. Box Office: |
$53,082,743 |
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| Critics Reviews |
Average Grade:
B
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Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Steve Murray
"A magic, mature brain-tickler." more...
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B+ |
Boston Globe, Ty Burr
"...Jackman and Bale are committed to their parts: Genuine madness glints in their eyes." more...
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B |
Chicago Tribune,
"I prefer The Illusionist, the movie that got here first." more...
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B- |
E! Online, Matt Stevens
"...Nolan¿s slick sleight of hand creates enough abracadabra moments to make for an entertaining diversion." more...
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B |
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