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The Prestige stars Hugh Jackman and Christian Bale as rival magicians. When Bale's character pulls off an amazing magic trick, Jackman's character is obessed with finding out the secret. This film is not to be confused with The Illusionists which was released around the same time. However reviewers say "If you liked the Illusionist, jump on board for this one!" Classified as a drama, fantasy, mystery film, viewers say "this movie was intense from the get go". Overall, reviewers can't help but recommend you watch this film not just once, but twice. "At the very end, you want to see it again with the knowledge you receive in the final moments." Look for Jackman in the X-Men films and Bale in Batman Begins.

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The ultimate magic trick comes with dangerous consequences.

Movie guru, first in line on opening weekend

JUL

2007

The only reason I knew about this movie is because Hugh Jackman had just been in X-Men 3 and, even though The Fountain was horrific, I still wanted to know what other movies he was going to be in. I'm glad that I stumbled upon this movie. — Plot: When 2 rival magicians, Robert(Hugh Jackman) and Alfred(Christian Bale), are continually trying to out perform each other, something dangerous is bound to happen. When Alfred performs the ultimate trick, Robert tries desperately to find out the secret. — The Prestige flowed along really well and the 2 hours of this movie just flew by.… read full review »

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Mr----X
North Syracuse, NY

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If you liked the illusionist, jump on board for this one!

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DEC

2007

I was sitting down to spend a couple hours watching what I thought might be a ho-hum drama, but surprise...an edgy ride with a not so typical ending. In fact, the whole movie is quite atypical and you might find yourself sitting through it again to replay some areas now that you "know" what was behind the scenes throughout! — Christian Bale and Hugh Jackman play rival magicians who go to extreme lengths to "out-do" the other's tricks and when one trick becomes deadly and Bale's wife is killed, the feud goes out of control. While the two continue to battle for supremacy… read full review »

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Ma-Goose
Camas, WA

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If you like the Illusionist...jump on board for this one!

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NOV

2007

I was sitting down to spend a couple hours watching what I thought might be a ho-hum drama, but suprise...an edgy ride with a not so typical ending. Give this one a look see and you might find yourself sitting through it again to replay some areas now that you "know" what was behind the scenes throughout! — Smart story and good performances by everyone involved makes this a popcorn, blanket on the knees, candles and wine kind of movie. I wouldn't let the kids in on this one...a bit violent at times but not really gorey. Enjoy, ya'll! … read full review »

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mothergoose
Camas, WA

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Creative and different for a change

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DEC

2007

Great movie with a unique plot. Love the actors, all did a great job without a lot of gore and killing for a change! We need more moves with a REAL story to enjoy. Watch this one more than once to get the full effect! Kudos to the writers and actors. I agree it is far better than it's counter part The… read full review »

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katzmam
Green Cove Springs, FL

highly entertaining and makes you have to pay attention

APR

2008

Unlike the Illusionist that was a complete bore fest this movie is very entertaining and engaging but you have to pay close attention. My best friend was watching it and kept yelling at me, "tell me what is happening, I don't understand it" because he was trying to do other things while he was watching it. — Very well acted and thought out, not believable of course but in order to enjoy magic you have to suspend disbelief anyhow. I thought the ending was truly amazing and it was good to see David Bowie in a movie again. —… read full review »

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robind1962
Los Angeles, CA

They pulled it off

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NOV

2007

I saw The Illusionist first, and while that one was visually beautiful, it was on the dull side, and so I wasn't sure how The Prestige would fare. — It fared very well, much to my pleasure. The story flowed without flaw and was worth the entire journey, not merely to reach the title element...It had the visual appeal of the time period, the characters and plot made sense and it kept me guessing. The ending was one I never saw coming and was tickled to be caught off guard by. —… read full review »

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BookWyrm
Poplarville, MS

Intense

FEB

2008

This movie was intense from the get go. The characters were well defined and you understood where each of them was coming from. The camera work was great. All I can say Hugh Jack, and Christian Bale were outstanding in there roles. The only thing is you really have to pay attention to details as if you miss a clue it might make the ending a bit more difficult to… read full review »

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jeanrose
New York, NY

Magically scary

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NOV

2007

This film is about family and love. Every character makes a bad choice and tries to do the right thing. Hugh Jackman is great!! The movie is magical and scary. There is an older setting. There is a modern sci-fi twist to the tale. I didn't think that Hugh Jackman could be evil but this movie proves me wrong. He makes a wonderful bad guy. —… read full review »

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Chaucerlover
Bakersfield, CA

One example of movies' best storytelling.

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NOV

2007

Hugh Jackman and Christian Bale give very thought provoking performances in this film. Their portrayal of a rivalry-turned-into-an-obsession and the consequences it has one both magicians is intriguing. At the very end, you want to see it again with the knowledge you receive in the final moments. It completely changes how you view the film.… read full review »

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fiskating12
Provo, UT

The Prestige
Key Information	Directors Christopher Nolan Stars Hugh Jackman Actors Daniel Davis Genre Dramas Subgenre Based On A Novel • Magic • London, England • Science Fiction • Thriller MPAA Rating PG-13 (MPAA) Available Formats Theatrical Release UPC 786936705157 Release Date 2006 Running Time 2hr 8min
Languages	Original Language English
DVD Editions	DVD Editions DVD2hr 10minBuena Vista Home EntertainmentFebruary 20, 2007PG-13 (MPAA)786936705157
Professional Reviews	Professional Reviews (12/01/2006, p.44, Robert James): 4 stars out of 5 -- "Nolan has crafted a cinematic sleight of hand that's as intriguing as...

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