The Illusionist (2006) In turn-of-the-century Vienna, a magician (Norton) uses his abilities to secure the love of a woman far above his social standing. A supernatural mystery that combines romance, politics and magic, The Illusionist is the latest film from the producers of the Oscar winners Crash and Sideways. The film stars Academy Award nominees Edward Norton and Paul Giamatti as two men pitted against each other in a battle of wits. Directed by Neil Burger. With Edward Norton, Jessica Biel, Paul Giamatti, Rufus Sewell. In turn-of-the-century Vienna, a magician uses his abilities to secure the love of a woman far above his social standing. boardscreditsdvdsmessagephotosratingsreviewsshowtimessynopsistrailersuser in jelly > Movieswith bieledwardfilmjellyjessicamagicianmovienortonturn-of-the-centuryvienna