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Dramatic thrillerPrestige“was released in 2006. It was based on the book by Christopher Priest, but the scriptwriters significantly altered its plot. The director and one of the producers was Christopher Nolan. He wrote the script with his brother Jonathan. The film is about two illusionist magicians who lived in London at the end of the XNUMXth century. They performed in the same city, despite the competition, maintained friendly relations. But gradually a war arose between the two rivals, for the sake of victory in which they were ready for anything.
Starring Hugh Jackman, Christian Bale, Michael Caine, Scarlett Johansson. All of them did an excellent job with the tasks. The film received good reviews and was nominated for an Oscar for cinematography, as well as for the achievements of the production designer.
The audience notes that the picture is spectacular, beautiful, intriguing and keeps in suspense and leaves a pleasant impression. Fans of this tape will love 10 films similar to The Prestige.
10 Moonlight Magic (2014)
Romantic comedy film directed and written by Woody Allen. It starred Colin Firth and Emma Stone.
The protagonist of the moviemoonlight magic“- the famous English illusionist Stanley, whom everyone knows under the Chinese pseudonym Wei Ling Su. His friend and colleague Howard asks to help him in one important matter. The trust of a wealthy family has been taken over by the spiritualist Sophie, whom Stanley must expose.
It turned out to be a beautiful and light film that gives the audience only positive emotions and leaves a pleasant aftertaste.
9. Best Offer (2013)
Italian film directed and written by Giuseppe Tornatore. The main character of the film is Virgil Oldman. He is the director of an auction house and often deceives both sellers and buyers.
Once a woman who hides her identity approaches him and asks him to sell antiques of his family. Among them there is also a mysterious mechanism, the secret of which Virgil is trying to unravel.
Viewers write that the film “Best Offer“is a masterpiece, it makes you think about many important things, including the meaning of life. Should appeal to people with a philosophical mindset. This tape is very different from similar films, it is an interesting and light movie, but, nevertheless, quite tough, after which an explosion of emotions awaits you. Very beautiful, high quality and smart movie.
8. Death Number (2007)
A melodrama filmed in the UK and Australia directed by Gillian Armstrong and starring Guy Pearce and Catherine Zeta-Jones.
Film “Deadly numbertells about the illusionist Harry Houdini. He tours the UK and falls in love with a female psychic while exposing psychics.
The atmosphere of that era was well conveyed in the picture. The actors are also well adapted to their roles. The result was a sentimental melodrama, a pleasant dramatic film.
7. Game (1997)
Dramatic thriller directed by David Fincher and starring Sean Penn and Michael Douglas.
The main character – Nicholas, succeeds in everything, he is constantly calm and unflappable, knows how to control the situation. One day, for his birthday, he is given tickets to participate in the “Game”, which should allow him to feel the taste of life. But gradually the man understands that everything is serious, and in this case we are talking about life and death.
The audience calls the filmGame“one of the best thrillers, with an unusual plot, an interesting development of events, excellent actors and an unexpected ending. It turned out to be a very deep, philosophical picture that is amazing, and its ending is simply shocking.
6. Sleuth (2007)
Psychological thriller by Kenneth Branagh, a remake of the 1972 film of the same name.
The main character of the paintingDetective– Andrew Wike. He makes a living writing detective novels. A man finds out that his wife has a lover and invites him over. Sir Andrew is not doing this for revenge or showdown. He says that he himself is ready to let his wife go if her lover helps him to carry out one scam, as a result of which they can all live comfortably.
The plot of the film intrigues from the very beginning and does not let go until the very end. Spectators note the excellent director’s work, subtle humor, call it a strong picture, magnificent, original, beyond praise, deep, philosophical cinema.
5. Houdini (2014)
Dramatic three-hour mini-series about the history of the famous magician Harry Houdini. The great illusionist was played by Adrien Brody.
Film “Gudini“Tells how long he went to his fame, starting to show tricks as early as 10 years old, that the famous illusionist had to risk his life in order to amuse the public.
Viewers write that the creators of the picture were able to convey well the era when Houdini lived. The film shows the whole life path of the great magician, and it is always interesting to watch how a person was able to make himself, achieve a lot, although he came from a poor family.
It turned out to be an interesting and informative series, with an abundance of tricks, an excellent cast, and excellent directing.
4. Chinatown (1974)
A neo-noir film directed by Roman Polanski and starring Jack Nicholson. In 1975, she received an Oscar for original screenplay, as well as 4 Golden Globes and many other awards and nominations. Movie “Chinatown“is at the top of the list of the best paintings according to Empire magazine.
He talks about Detective Jake Gittes. A rich beauty invites him to investigate her husband’s secret affair, and he accepts. But he did not expect that such a seemingly simple case would make him find himself in the center of secret scandals and lawlessness.
Viewers write that this film helps to plunge into the era of the 70s, a certain charisma and charm emanates from it. But the plot itself is very interesting, intriguing and exciting, remembered for a long time.
3. Focus (2015)
Tragi-comedy by Glenn Ficarra and John Requa, who wrote and directed this film. The main role in the movieФокусperformed by Will Smith. He played an experienced swindler who falls in love with a girl. Jess is an aspiring swindler and thief, and she would like to learn from a more experienced “colleague” skill.
It turned out to be a light, beautiful, dynamically shot unpredictable film, like a breath of fresh sea air, which is worth watching.
2. Illusion of Deception (2013)
A film directed by Louis Leterrier about a team of illusionists who rob people during their shows. The FBI is after them.
Painting “Illusion of deception“does not let the audience get bored, it has a lot of special effects, cool plot twists, it is bright, colorful. But viewers note that she lacks forethought, core, smart thoughts.
Those who want to relax and unwind will be interested, because. for the whole time of watching the film does not let go for a moment, it creates an atmosphere of joy and happiness.
1. Illusionist (2006)
Mystery drama directed by Neil Berger and starring Edward Norton. He received an award from the San Diego film critics for it. At the filmIllusionistThere are other awards, and even an Oscar nomination.
The action of the picture takes place at the beginning of the twentieth century. The illusionist Eisenheim appears in Vienna, who shows the most interesting tricks, more like magic. His skill even interested Crown Prince Leopold, who comes to the performance with his bride.
The plot of the picture is exciting, and the end is unpredictable, very beautiful scenery, the film literally fascinates with its atmosphere. If we add to this the excellent acting of the actors, then we can safely say that it turned out to be a magical movie.