Magician: The Astonishing Life and Work of Orson Welles

Chuck Workman constructs a portrait not chronologically, but thematically, relying on a wealth of archival footage and testimonies from collaborators. It explores the central paradox of Welles—a genius torn between commercial filmmaking and pure art, between acclaim and ostracism.

What lingers after the credits is the image of a titan whose innovative techniques still define cinematic language. The film is a compelling tribute to a restless spirit who lived for the magic of the medium. — MovieFinder Editorial