Title: The Prestige
Director: Christopher Nolan
Based on the Book: The Prestige
Written By: Christopher Priest
Starring: Christian Bale, Hugh Jackman, and Scarlett Johansson
Rated: PG-13
Released: 2006
Rating: 5/5
Oscars: Nominated for 2
Basic Plot: Alfred Borden (Christian Bale) kills Robert Angier's (Hugh Jackman) wife which starts a huge and dangerous rivalry.
The Twist Ending
The twist ending to this movie makes me love the movie even more. There is a lot of buildup to the ending with hints being dropped (that I was able to piece together for the most part). Some people were angry with the ending because it turned the movie into a science fiction film. I love science fiction films and the twist involves a very neat piece of science fiction.
The Cast is Amazing
Not only is this movie directed by Christopher Nolan and stars both Christian Bale and Hugh Jackman, but it also has Tesla. Now, to a non-nerd this won't mean anything. But it's Tesla. Tesla really did exist and was eccentric. So a movie with Tesla is awesome on its own, but with Christopher Nolan, Christian Bale, and Hugh Jackman it makes it just beyond awesome.
Switching Time Periods
The only problem I have with this film is that it switches time periods without warning. It is very confusing when the film first starts. I grew used to it as the movie progressed but it still annoyed me.
Final Thoughts
This movie is a smart film and a very enjoyable ride. It should've done a lot better since the film quality is very good. The author of the book version of The Prestige SPECIFICALLY wanted Christopher Nolan to direct it. The movie is a very nice science fiction/mystery as well as a good look at the work of magicians.
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