"The Prestige" (October 20, 2006)
Synopsis: It all begins in rapidly changing, turn-of-the-century London. At a time
when magicians are idols and celebrities of the highest order, two
young magicians set out to carve their own paths to fame. The flashy,
sophisticated Robert Angier is a consummate entertainer, while the
rough-edged purist Alfred Borden is a creative genius who lacks the
panache to showcase his magical ideas. They start out as ...
more "The Prestige" (October 20, 2006)
Synopsis: It all begins in rapidly changing, turn-of-the-century London. At a time
when magicians are idols and celebrities of the highest order, two
young magicians set out to carve their own paths to fame. The flashy,
sophisticated Robert Angier is a consummate entertainer, while the
rough-edged purist Alfred Borden is a creative genius who lacks the
panache to showcase his magical ideas. They start out as admiring
friends and partners. But when their biggest trick goes terribly awry,
they become enemies for life--each intent on outdoing and upending the
other.
Score on Rotten Tomatoes: 76%
U.S. box office: $53m
"The Illusionist" (August 18, 2006)
Synopsis: Eisenheim is a stage magician who amazes the audiences
of turn-of-the-century Vienna, drawing the attention of Crown Prince
Leopold. When the Prince's intended, Sophie von Teschen, assists the magician onstage, Eisenheim and Sophie
recognize each other from their childhoods -- and a dormant love affair
is rekindled. As the clandestine romance continues, Chief Inspector Uhl is charged by Leopold to expose Eisenheim, and Eisenheim
prepares to execute his greatest illusion yet..
Score on Rotten Tomatoes: 74%
U.S. box office: $40m
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