US/UK (2006): Drama/Fantasy/Thriller
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. From the time that they first met as young magicians on the rise, Robert Angier (Hugh Jackman) and Alfred Borden (Christian Bale) were competitors. However, their friendly competition evolves into a bitter rivalry making them fierce enemies-for-life and consequently jeopardizing the lives of everyone around them. Set against the backdrop of turn-of-the-century London.
Adapted from Christopher Priest's novel by Jonathan and Christopher Nolan; directed by Christopher Nolan; also features Michael Caine, Rebecca Hall, Scarlett Johansson, David Bowie and Andy Serkis. (Touchstone/Warner Bros. - Web site)
2 nominations
·Achievement in Art Direction 2006: Art Direction: Nathan Crowley; Set Decoration: Julie Ochipinti
·Achievement in Cinematography 2006: Wally Pfister