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19世纪末,人们对科学文明的认知还不太清楚,于是,安吉尔(休·杰克曼Hugh Jackman饰)和伯登(克里斯蒂安·贝尔Christian Bale饰)凭借魔术,成为了伦敦城内的神奇人物。安吉尔出身贵族,魔术手段华丽丰富,是富人圈子里的表演常客。而伯登即使出身平平,争强好胜的心智和充满创造力的魔术技巧,却也令他有了名气。两人自小便是要好的伙伴,然而,现在魔术界二人各有领地,并且都有野心想成为顶级魔术师,一番明争暗斗如箭在弦上。伯登掌握了精彩的分身术,叫座又叫好。而安吉尔见情势不妙,搬来科学家助阵——他发明的交流电有无穷魔力,保证让观众目瞪口呆。二人出招接招,一来一往,争斗在剧烈升级,友谊和道德都被抛诸脑后,一场血案在悄悄酝酿。
"The Prestige," a 2006 cinematic masterpiece co-produced by Warner Bros. Pictures and Touchstone Pictures, is a spellbinding journey into the world of 19th-century magic and obsession. Directed by Christopher Nolan and set in the United Kingdom and United States of America, the film intricately weaves the tale of two rival magicians, Robert Angier (Hugh Jackman) and Alfred Borden (Christian Bale), whose fierce competition leads them down a path of deceit, sacrifice, and ultimately, tragedy. The narrative structure, which unfolds through a series of flashbacks and parallel storylines, keeps the audience captivated as it delves into the depths of ambition and the cost of greatness. At the heart of "The Prestige" lies the concept of the three-act structure of a magic trick: the pledge, the turn, and the prestige. This motif is brilliantly mirrored in the film's plot, where each act of the magicians' lives is meticulously crafted to build suspense and reveal shocking twists. The film's exploration of identity and duality is further enhanced by the performances of its lead actors, with Bale delivering a haunting portrayal of a man torn between his craft and his conscience, and Jackman embodying the relentless pursuit of perfection at any cost. The supporting cast, including Michael Caine as the wise mentor Cutter and Scarlett Johansson as the enigmatic assistant Olivia, adds layers of complexity to the already rich tapestry of the story. The visual and technical aspects of "The Prestige" are equally mesmerizing, with Nolan's direction bringing to life the gritty, atmospheric world of Victorian-era London and the dazzling spectacle of stage magic. The film's use of practical effects and period-appropriate technology, such as Thomas Edison's early experiments with electricity, adds a layer of authenticity that grounds the fantastical elements in reality. The haunting score by David Julyan complements the film's dark and brooding tone, heightening the emotional impact of each revelation and twist. In essence, "The Prestige" is not just a film about magic; it is a profound meditation on the nature of art, obsession, and the sacrifices one is willing to make for the sake of their craft. It challenges the audience to question the ethics of deception and the blurred lines between reality and illusion. As the final act unfolds, revealing the ultimate cost of the magicians' rivalry, "The Prestige" leaves a lasting impression, reminding us that the greatest trick of all may be the one we play on ourselves.
年份2006
主页 http://wwws.warnerbros.de/theprestige/
预算40000000$
收入109676311$
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类型剧情悬疑科幻
制作国家United KingdomUnited States of America