The Illusionist vs Time Was
The Illusionist has the higher audience score (7.3/10 against 6.2/10 for Time Was). Time Was is the shorter watch at 1h 13m compared with 1h 50m. The Illusionist is the older of the two (2006 against 2025). Both are drama, fantasy, romance movies, so they suit a similar mood.
The Illusionist
Time Was| The Illusionist | Time Was | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 7.3/10 | ★ 6.2/10 |
| Year | 2006 | 2025 |
| Length | 1h 50m | 1h 13m |
| Genres | Drama, Fantasy, Romance, Thriller | Drama, Fantasy, Romance |
| Country | United States of America | – |
| Director | Neil Burger | Jade Winters |
| Main cast | Eddie Marsan, Paul Giamatti, Eleanor Tomlinson, Jessica Biel, Edward Norton | Eleanor Barr-Sim, Ella McCready, Bryony Miller, Kathryn O'Reilly |
Synopsis
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.
Time Was
Beth's new house is supposed to be a fresh start, but eerie disturbances make it feel anything but home. Then she meets Melissa-an alluring designer who offers her help. As they work together, Beth finds herself drawn to her in ways she can't explain. But as strange events intensify, so do Beth's doubts. Is she losing her grip on reality, or is something far more unexplainable at play?
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