Christopher Nolan film The Prestige turns 20 years old
Christopher Nolan's 2006 movie The Prestige celebrates its twentieth anniversary this month.
Plot and cast details
The story is set in London during the 1890s. It features stage magicians Robert Angier played by Hugh Jackman and Alfred Borden portrayed by Christian Bale. The two men risk their lives trying to outdo each other in a competition.
Director comments on structure
Nolan told Empire magazine that the film was written according to principles of how a magic trick works. He stated that the narrative plays tricks with the audience through stories within stories and misdirection.
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