The Prestige (2006) is a psychological thriller directed by Christopher Nolan (Batman trilogy) and boasts and handful of big names; such as Hugh Jackman, Christian Bale, Scarlett Johansson and Michael Caine all playing main roles in this film.
Set towards the end of the 19th century, it follows the story of two skilled magicians whose rivalry takes a dark turn, and the two use their skill to get in the heads of one another, to attempt to eliminate their nemesis.
"In the end of the Nineteenth Century, in London, Robert Angier, his beloved wife Julia McCullough and Alfred Borden are friends and assistants of a magician. When Julia accidentally dies during a performance, Robert blames Alfred for her death and they become enemies. Both become famous and rival magicians, sabotaging the performance of the other on the stage. When Alfred performs a successful trick, Robert becomes obsessed trying to disclose the secret of his competitor with tragic consequences." - Claudio Carvalho - IMDB
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