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The Prestige

Movie

It's an understatement to say that The Prestige is an underappreciated gem. If you dive deep enough you'll see its a masterclass in detail oriented story telling. The intricate plot lines, filled with twists (more than you realize after first viewing) and turns, unfold like an elaborate magic trick. It's actually structured like a trick and fools most of the audience into thinking there are science fiction aspects in the movie but if you obsessively pay attention you'll realize that there is no actual science fiction that takes place in the movie . It has a super atmospheric feel and aesthetic which immerses you in its world of illusion and brutal rivalry.

Filmmaking

Overall
97
Screenplay
97
Acting
90
Cinematography
92
Production
92
Directing
95
Concept
94
Story
97
Dialogue
93
Characters
90
Pacing
93
Musical Score
90

Attributes

Entertaining
90
Uniqueness
92
How Much I Like It
98
Twists
98
Artistry
?
Fun
80
Cliche
?
Cheesy
0
Broad Appeal
?
Cerebral
97
Emotional
?
Discussion Worthy
?

Genres

Comedy
5
Drama
95
Suspense
80
Action
20
Mystery
90
Thriller
80
Horror
5
Adventure
5
Romance
5
Science Fiction
50
Fantasy
20
Animation
?

Maturity

Family Friendly
75
Positive Message
?
Thematically Mature
?
Intense
?
Sexuality
5
Nudity
0
Violence
20
Gore
5
Crude
?
Profanity
5
Scary
?
Substance Use
?

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