Illusion
“The only person who could change the story of his life...was the father he never knew.”
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About
A once-powerful, but now ailing movie director nears the end of his life. As he awaits death, he slips into a "dream" and is shown three "snippets" of the movie of his son's life. At first suspicious, then curious, and ultimately captivated, he watches his son's growth from mid-teens to mid-thirties as the son pursues his life-long love, Isabelle. The two constants through these snippets are his pursuit of Isabelle and the imagined voice of his father, telling him that he is worthless and unwanted. It is not until the story reaches its conclusion, that the old man discovers the surprising truth about his son and himself.
Cast
Kirk Douglas
as Donald Baines
Michael A. Goorjian
as Christopher
Karen Tucker
as Isabelle
Bryan Cranston
as David
Richmond Arquette
as Mortimer
Ron Marasco
as Stan
Ted Raimi
as Ian
Kristen Clement
as Sara
Kevin Weisman
as Kay
Ronald Víctor García
as Andrew
Michael Kemmerling
as Seymour
Jules Bruff
as Renee
Nancy Jeffries
as Anastasia
Steve Chabon
as Bishop
Gibson Frazier
as Interviewer
Marco Sanchez
as Sanchez
Maury Sterling
as Grant
Amy Grant
as Carol
Kevin Kent
as Gondolfa
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Stream Illusion online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A well-rated drama and romance movie originally produced in English and released in 2004, it's earned a solid 7.7/10 from 6 viewers worldwide.
About Illusion
“The only person who could change the story of his life...was the father he never knew.”
A once-powerful, but now ailing movie director nears the end of his life. As he awaits death, he slips into a "dream" and is shown three "snippets" of the movie of his son's life. At first suspicious, then curious, and ultimately captivated, he watches his son's growth from mid-teens to mid-thirties as the son pursues his life-long love, Isabelle. The two constants through these snippets are his pursuit of Isabelle and the imagined voice of his father, telling him that he is worthless and unwanted. It is not until the story reaches its conclusion, that the old man discovers the surprising truth about his son and himself. Running 106 minutes.
Illusion Cast and Characters
The cast features Kirk Douglas (as Donald Baines), Michael A. Goorjian (as Christopher), Karen Tucker (as Isabelle), Bryan Cranston (as David), and Richmond Arquette (as Mortimer). Their performances are a major reason Illusion has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch Illusion NowWhy People Are Watching Illusion
There's a reason Illusion keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts and chemistry between leads that actually feels real. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
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Where can I watch Illusion online for free?
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How long is Illusion?
Illusion runs for 106 minutes (about 1.8 hours).
Is Illusion good? What's the rating?
Illusion holds a 7.7/10 rating based on 6 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of Illusion?
The main cast includes Kirk Douglas, Michael A. Goorjian, Karen Tucker, and Bryan Cranston, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Illusion available in English?
Yes — Illusion was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was Illusion released?
Illusion was released in 2004.
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What is Illusion about?
Illusion is a Drama/Romance English-language film. A once-powerful, but now ailing movie director nears the end of his life. As he awaits death, he slips into a "dream" and is shown three "snippets" of the movie of his son's life. At first suspicious, then curious, and ultimately captivated, he watches his son's growth from mid-teens to mid-thirties as the son pursues his life-long love, Isabelle. The two constants through these snippets are his pursuit of Isabelle and the imagined voice of his father, telling him that he is worthless and unwanted. It is not until the story reaches its conclusion, that the old man discovers the surprising truth about his son and himself.
When was Illusion released?
Illusion was released on October 25, 2004. It has a runtime of 1h 46m. The film was produced by Illusion Productions LLC [us].
Who stars in Illusion?
Illusion stars Kirk Douglas, Michael A. Goorjian, Karen Tucker and Bryan Cranston. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Illusion available in HD?
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