Broken Embraces vs The Illusionist
The Illusionist has the higher audience score (7.3/10 against 7.1/10 for Broken Embraces). The Illusionist is the shorter watch at 1h 50m compared with 2h 7m. The Illusionist is the older of the two (2006 against 2009). Both are drama, romance, thriller movies, so they suit a similar mood.
Broken Embraces
The Illusionist| Broken Embraces | The Illusionist | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 7.1/10 | ★ 7.3/10 |
| Year | 2009 | 2006 |
| Length | 2h 7m | 1h 50m |
| Genres | Drama, Romance, Thriller | Drama, Fantasy, Romance, Thriller |
| Country | – | United States of America |
| Director | Pedro Almodóvar | Neil Burger |
| Main cast | Kira Miró, Penélope Cruz, Kiti Mánver, Tamar Novas, Rossy de Palma | Eddie Marsan, Paul Giamatti, Eleanor Tomlinson, Jessica Biel, Edward Norton |
Synopsis
Broken Embraces
Harry Caine, a blind writer, reaches this moment in time when he has to heal his wounds from 14 years back. He was then still known by his real name, Mateo Blanco, and directing his last movie.
The Illusionist
With his eye on a lovely aristocrat, a gifted illusionist named Eisenheim uses his powers to win her away from her betrothed, a crown prince. But Eisenheim's scheme creates tumult within the monarchy and ignites the suspicion of a dogged inspector.
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