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"The Prestige" is a frequently dazzling display of cinematic sleight-of-hand from Writer/Director Christopher Nolan ("Batman Begins"). "The Prestige" is an entertaining, handsomely produced period thriller that mostly holds you in its grip, engulfed in a narrative structure that's ultimately satisfying. This faithful adaptation of Christopher Priest's 1996, Prize-Winning Novel has so much atmospheric style, wit and dramatic intrigue that you ultimately surrender to the cinematic flawlessness of "The Prestige", which depicts a festering grudge between two Victorian-Era Stage Magicians that escalates to deadly heights. As Cutter (Michael Caine), the ingeneur, (illusion designer), to both magicians (explained via voiceover), "The Prestige" refers to the third act, or pay-off in every magic trick. It follows "The Pledge" (set-up) and "The Turn," the actual performance of the illusion. According to the press notes, Nolan and his brother, Co-Screenwriter Jonathan Nolan, used the three-part structure of a magic trick as their narrative guide in adapting Priest's densely layered, epistolary novel, which flashes back and forth in time between turn-of-the-century London and faraway Colorado. For the bitter rivalry between elegant master showman Robert Angier (Hugh Jackman) and the unpolished but equally gifted Alfred Borden (Christian Bale) will unfold on both the stages of London's Music Halls; and in the snowbound Colorado Springs Laboratory of Scientist Nikola Tesla (David Bowie). The visionary inventor, and despised rival of Thomas Alva Edison, represents Angier's best chance of topping Borden's signature trick: "The Transported Man." Blending radical science and traditional magic, Angier briefly gains an advantage; but Borden refuses to concede defeat, even as their lethal feud eventually ensnares Cutter, Borden's fragile Wife (Rebecca Hall), and the gorgeous stage assistant Olivia Wenscombe (Scarlett Johansson). To reveal any more details about "The Prestige" would spoil its many surprises and nifty plot twists; the majority of which catch you off-guard—like any good magic trick. That "The Prestige" has narrative ingenuity to spare makes for a film that's often exhilarating to watch. For a story ostensibly set in motion by a devastating tragedy that consumes both men and wreaks havoc with their intimates, there's entwined an emotional pull to "The Prestige". Loaded with betrayals, double-crosses, and surprises provides sufficient time to flesh out the characters. The final revelation may not "surprise" anyone who "watches closely," to quote the advertising tagline. However, this absolutely isn't to say that the resolution is blatantly obvious from the start. Nolan is much too sly and skillful a filmmaker to show us all the tricks up his directorial sleeve and retain that delicious shiver of surprise. That said, the movie is an eminently enjoyable and clever period thriller, graced with charismatic leads (Jackman is particularly impressive; as is Christian Bale); blended aside an excellent supporting cast; and the bravura filmmaking from Nolan - the Cinematic Magician of "The Prestige". SEE THIS !!!! A True Eye-Pleaser & Assured Entertainment - Start-To-Finish with Top-Shelf Cinematography and Acting. BRAVO !!!!Read full review
"The Prestige" is an amazing movie, that keeps the viewer guessing with every scene. The story is well written and presented in a way that keeps the attention of whomever maybe observing this masterpiece. When the end is finally revealed, all the viewer will be thinking is, "I need to restart this movie and try to capture the clues given throughout the presentation." The acting in the movie is also top-notch entertainment. Christian Bale gives a performance that any movie buff will find A+. Also, Hugh Jackman shows why he is slowly becoming one of the top actors of our generation. Among, Bale and Jackman, is Michael Caine and Scarlett Johanssoon, each portray their characters very well too. All in all, this is a GREAT movie in every aspect of the sense. Also, when combining the already "perfectness" of this movie with Blu Ray 1080p High Definition(HD) capabilities, the viewer is left with a totally gratifying experience. This is a movie not to be missed by anyone!!Read full review
From the Director of Dark Knight and fight club, what else can you say... it mixes dark with light! Great illusions and disbelief's of cloning! yes it can happen this movie proves Telsa theory! Its a must have for any magic enthusiast or even if you like both actors! All in all must have movie! Rating is 5 stars! A+++ get the movie dont miss out! DVD or Blu ray its worth every penny!
The Prestige works its magic with audiences of all interests. This movie is about a friendship between two magicians that becomes twisted and filled with revenge and jealousy. Hugh Jackman and Christian Bale are young magicians who work together in their early career, but some dramatic events turn them on each other and create an intense rivalry. I hesitate to give away too much of the story because watching the events unfold for the first time is the key to this movie's value. Overall, the movie is very well done. The cinematography and locations are excellent, the acting is terrific, the supporting cast with Scarlett Johansson and Michael Caine is splendid, and the story keeps you engrossed until the final credits. The Prestige is a dramatic story, filled with twists, turns, and some entertaining magic tricks. Don't miss this one!Read full review
The Prestige This film is an absolute masterpiece. Filled with stunning performances, beautiful scenery, amazing tricks and effects, and enough twists and turns to keep a pretzel maker busy for years. Christian Bale is one of my favorite actors, same goes for Michael Caine, and both are absolutely marvelous in this movie. Hugh Jackman is incredible as well. Just like The Illusionist, The Prestige takes you breath away. Amazing movie to be enjoyed by everybody. Final Verdict: 5/5 Worth buying?: Definitely.
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