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The Prestige
Movie (2006)
A mysterious story of two magicians whose intense rivalry leads them on a life-long battle for supremacy -- full of obsession, deceit and jealousy with dangerous and deadly consequences.
Movie (2006)
A mysterious story of two magicians whose intense rivalry leads them on a life-long battle for supremacy -- full of obsession, deceit and jealousy with dangerous and deadly consequences.
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Content at a glance
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Sex & Nudity
Characters kiss, have affairs, and wear revealing bustiers, with an implication of a naked dead body.
Violence & Gore
Characters face drowning, suicides, hangings, shootings, amputations, and animal cruelty.
Profanity
Characters use mild language like piss, damn, and shut up.
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
Adults drink alcohol and a supporting character is frequently drunk.
Frightening Scenes
The film features intense scenes including characters drowning before gasping crowds, suicides, capital punishment, and dangerous magic tricks.
Positives & learning
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Positive messages
The film questions if obsession leads to tragedy rather than offering clear-cut positive lessons.
Role models
Main characters lie, shoot people, and commit murder, though their actions have tragic consequences.
Representation
The cast primarily consists of White men, and characters suffer permanent injuries, while the only character of color is briefly shown and exoticized.
Learning
Families can discuss the competition between Robert and Alfred, the rising stakes of their conflict, and the source novel.
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