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The Magician poster
A
Excellent
MASTER SCORE 70.9 / 100
2005·Crime / Drama / Comedy·1h 25m

THE MAGICIAN

“He can make people disappear”

Following the dealings of Melbourne-based hitman Ray as seen through the eyes of his ex-neighbour and friend Max, an Italian film student. Max and his camera witness Ray's work life as it unfolds from day to day, giving an insight into a world we rarely see, and at the same time developing an unusual friendship with his subject.

Above the Line
Scott Ryan·DirectorScott Ryan·WriterMassimiliano Andrighetto·Director of PhotographyNash Edgerton·Editor
Cast
Scott Ryan·Ray ShoesmithBen Walker·Tony RickardsMassimiliano Andrighetto·Massimo "Max" TottiKane Mason·BennyNathaniel Lindsay·EdnaAdam Ryan·Garage Victim
Full Crew
(8 credits)
Directing· 1
Scott Ryan·Director
Writing· 1
Scott Ryan·Writer
Camera· 1
Massimiliano Andrighetto·Director of Photography
Editing· 1
Nash Edgerton·Editor
Production· 3
Michele Bennett·ProducerNash Edgerton·ProducerScott Ryan·Producer
Other Departments· 1
Michael Gracey·Visual Effects Supervisor
By the Numbers
70.9
OF 100
Master Score
6.5
OF 10
IMDb
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CRITICS
Rotten Tomatoes
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Worldwide Gross
0
Oscar Wins
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Poster DNA

THE VISUAL DECONSTRUCTION

A bespoke vision agent's reading of the design language behind The Magician's key art.

Dominant Palette
3 colors
#0D0D3D
#FFFFFF
#1C78E3
Mood
Mysterious, Inviting
Composition
Split
Era
1970s
Visual Style
Photographic

“The poster features a smiling man in a black tuxedo and bow tie, positioned on the left side, looking towards the viewer. Behind him is a swirling blue and purp”

fantasy
Key Elements
Playing CardsTuxedoBow Tie
Atmosphere
Vibrant
Color Mood
Cool
Setting
Abstract
Design Score
7/10
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