The Illusionist ****

The Illusionist, set in Vienna at the turn of the century, is a story of forbidden love. As teenagers, Eisenheim and Sophie, were prohibited from contact because he is merely the son of a cabinet maker, whereas Sophie, lived in a castle and would be a duchess. Fifteen years pass and they met again. This time, Sophie is about to marry Crown Prince Leopold. The Police chief is enthralled with the tricks, trying to determine how the illusions are performed, but Leopold, who is frustrated that he cannot determine how they are done demands that the police chief puts the illusionist out of business. Meanwhile, Eisenheim tries desperately to win Sophie's heart. Very entertaining!