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Date  Helpful Rating 1 out of 1 users found this helpful  Spiritual, Soul Stirring and CaptivatingPosted: 2/14/2006A review of Illusion by Steve-o448 Are the highlights of our lives inscribed in a great Book of Life? What kind of impact do our actions (and inactions) have on others lives? Can we redeem the past with good works in the present? Can a movie that takes on these deep questions be captivating, entertaining and inspiring all at once? In his new film, Illusion, director-writer-co-star Michael Goorjian answers these questions with an emphatic yes! Illusion is a love story pairing Christopher Baines (Goorjian) with Isabelle (Karen Tucker) in a dance of thwarted intentions. But its Christophers father, Donald, played by the legendary Kirk Douglas in a luminous performance, who may hold the key to their future. Donald, on his deathbed, regrets having forgone love in his life for the sake of his career, his biggest regret being the abandonment of Christopher, his illegitimate son, 30 years earlier. With some magical help from Stan (Ron Marasco), a long-deceased favorite film editor, Donald is shown three films -- three visions -- each representing a different period of Christophers life, each reflecting the impact of his abandonment. In a romantic homage to Capras classic Its A Wonderful Life, Goorjian masterfully leads us through the yearnings, the dangers and pathos, and the possibilities for redemption that we all face. This is terrific storytelling, a drama of life, love and death, with a tone and texture that lead us all to question, how real and immutable is this life we lead, and how much of it is just a fable, a dream, an Illusion? A treat for heart and soul. Check www.illusionthemovie.com for a theater location near you. Was this review helpful? Sign In 1-1 of 1 Per Page | ||
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