The Prestige vs. The Illusionist

[jhiggy23]

I am a big fan of both The Prestige and The Illusionist. Before all of my dvds were stolen, I owned both films and watched them often. Today I bought The Prestige for $15 at Target, so it had me thinking of a debate I had with several people awhile ago regarding the two films, and which one my friends preferred. So, here is a poll. Please pick which film you like better and tell why.


I really like the complexity, acting, and cinematography of The Prestige. I am not a huge fan of the ending, but I do not hate it like some people either. I just think it is an unnecessary deus ex machina, but I still really like the film.

I personally prefer The Illusionist. Paul Giamatti should have gotten an Oscar nom, and so should've Philip Glass for his wonderful score. I also like the complexity of this film very much and actually prefer the way the complexity was used over The Prestige, because I didn't feel like it was a "cop-out" in any way. I just love the sense of wonderment in the film, and the ending scene at the train station is just beautiful to me.

That being said, both are excellent films. Also, if anyone owns the Canadien blu of The Illusionist, I would appreciate knowing what kind of quality it has. Thanks!


Josh