The Illusionist
L'illusionniste
Synopsis
An enchanting mini-portrait of Antoinette, an 86½-year-old magician. Clad in a dress coat and white satin top hat, the elegant Parisienne performs ostensibly simple tricks with astonishing sleight-of-hand. With no more than a napkin, tissue paper or a rain of plastic flowers, Antoinette conjures up a hopeful universe.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alain Cavalier
- Screenplay & Story
- Alain Cavalier
- Original Title
- L'illusionniste
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 13m
- Production Studios
- Camera One
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alain Cavalier
Alain Cavalier
Jean-François Robin
Marie Pomme Carteret
Isabelle Pons
Department Leadership Roster
Jean-François Robin
Director of Photography
Alain Cavalier
Director
Isabelle Pons
Producer
Marie Pomme Carteret
Editor
Alain Cavalier
Screenplay
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Illusionist
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Illusionist about?
An enchanting mini-portrait of Antoinette, an 86½-year-old magician. Clad in a dress coat and white satin top hat, the elegant Parisienne performs ostensibly simple tricks with astonishing sleight-of-hand. With no more than a napkin, tissue paper or a rain of plastic flowers, Antoinette conjures up a hopeful universe.
Who directed The Illusionist?
The Illusionist was directed by Alain Cavalier.
Who stars in The Illusionist?
The principal cast of The Illusionist includes Antoinette.
When was The Illusionist released and how long is it?
The Illusionist was released in 1990 with a total runtime of 13m.