The Bottom Line
- Decent collection of bonus features
- Great performances by Hugh Jackman and Christian Bale
- The cinematography, costumes, and sets are terrific
- No commentary tracks, deleted scenes or outtakes
Description
- Behind the scenes featurettes including 'Conjuring the Past,' 'The Visual Maze,' and 'Metaphors of Deception'
- Photo galleries featuring scenes from the film, examples of the costumes, and poster art
- DVD Release Date: February 23, 2007
Guide Review - "The Prestige" DVD Review
Bale stars as Alfred Borden, a man who's more about the tricks than entertaining the audience. Robert Angier (Jackman) is his polar opposite, a real showman who believes more in wowing the audience with his personality and stage presence rather than his tricks.
Following a horrible tragedy the two men become bitter enemies, with Robert dedicated to one-upping Alfred onstage. But Robert's not satisfied with just showing up his rival. Instead Robert's set on tearing Alfred down, no matter what the cost or who might get hurt in the process.
The Bonus Features
Five featurettes make up 'The Director's Notebook: The Cinematic Sleight of Hand of Christopher Nolan.' The featurettes take viewers behind the scenes, showcasing different aspects of bringing magic, the Victorian era, and the story to life onscreen. Interviews with the cast and others provide a real insight into what went into making The Prestige work.
