The Illusionist (2010)
This animated film is based on an unproduced script from 1956 by French mime, actor and director Jacques Tati. A struggling magician who meets a young girl who becomes enthralled by his act and runs away with him.
There is some controversy surrounding the origins of the script but whatever the case it is a sad piece about unappreciated artists and father/daughter relationships. Despite pretty much having no dialogue the film works really well and the melancholy nature of having a daughter figure grow up and leave the father seeps through the ending of the film. The animation is also excellent with 50s Scotland looking especially nice. This film is well worth a watch.
4/5
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