The Illusionist Dilemma

The Illusionist Dilemma

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A film by Carlo De Togni

DIRECTED BY

Carlo De Togni

WRITTEN BY

Luzia Ribeiro Da Costa

PRODUCED BY

Mondo Novo

CAST

Chris Blake, Simone Leonardi

SYNOPSIS

At the legendary Robert-Houdin Theatre, escape artist Houdini meets cinema pioneer Méliès, plunging into a world where reality bends at will. Among talking heads, philosophizing elephants, and physics-defying fish, their lively exchange conceals a deep reflection on human creativity. As Houdini attempts to express his thoughts on progress, Méliès’ fantastic distractions blur the line between illusion and reality.

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The Illusionist Dilemma

DIRECTED BY: Carlo De Togni

WRITTEN BY: Luzia Ribeiro Da Costa

PRODUCED BY: Mondo Novo

CAST: Chris Blake, Simone Leonardi

SYNOPSIS:
At the legendary Robert-Houdin Theatre, escape artist Houdini meets cinema pioneer Méliès, plunging into a world where reality bends at will. Among talking heads, philosophizing elephants, and physics-defying fish, their lively exchange conceals a deep reflection on human creativity. As Houdini attempts to express his thoughts on progress, Méliès’ fantastic distractions blur the line between illusion and reality.