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"The ‘prestige’ is the
part of the magic trick that it makes it magic, the part that
you crave to discover. It also means high status and respect,
resulting from success and achievements. The former is what they
do; the latter is what they long for.
Out of the same shadows
as Memento, Insomnia and Batman Begins
emerges The Prestige, the latest effort from
widely-acclaimed director Christopher Nolan. In this
twisting,
turning tale of mystery, two Victorian-era magicians spark a
powerful rivalry that builds into an escalating battle of tricks
and an unquenchable thirst to uncover the other’s trade secrets.
As these two remarkable men pit daring against desire,
showmanship against science and ambition against friendship, the
results are dangerous, deadly and deceptive..."
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