It's a kinda magic

The Prestige (2006)

Christopher Nolan directs Hugh Jackman and Christian Bale in this adaptation of a novel about rival magicians. As you might expect from Nolan's work there are mysteries and unusual story telling techniques on show here.

What is interesting about this adaptation is that the novel uses journals and journals with in journals to tell it's story and this could prove a serious problem when converting to screen but Nolan manages to juggle the different perspectives and time frames without confusing the audience or having to fall back on flashing the date on screen all the time. The main themes of the film are obsession and dedication to ones art, these are well explored and the main characters are handled well without leaving the audience feeling either magician is especially the good guy or the bad guy.

Another excellent and engaging effort from Nolan 5/5