L'illusionniste is a beautifully enchanting French animation directed by Sylvain Chomet. The film is based on an unproduced script that was written in 1956 by Jacques Tati, a French mime, director, and actor. The story is about an illusionist who is struggling to make a living in Paris, who moves to Scotland and while there, meets a young lady who is convinced he is a real magician, and to whom he becomes a father figure. It is believed that Tati's script was written as a love letter to his estranged daughter. The animation is delicate and atmospheric, setting the soft, sad tone of the film; enhanced by little dialogue but a perfect score. A wonderful film for a rainy evening.
