1996: The Prestige

The story is about two rival magicians, told in 2 parts. The first part is narrated by the Alfred Borden, who tells his version of this particular rivalry and what he thinks went on. The second part is told by the rival, Rupert Angier. In between both of these parts, it shows two of their relatives that live in the present day who discuss their families' rivalry while reading their ancestors journals.Why it's on the listThe prestige is a haunting tale of magic and illusion set in the late 1800s. When a man reluctantly sets out to find the truth about his biological parents, he uncovers a bitter rivalry between two magicians that impacted everyone around them and continues to affect their descendants over 100 years later.Priest makes the most of such fascinating themes as brotherhood, rivalry, physical and psychological doppelganger, delusion, reality, with style and refinement.This is a remarkable modern thriller jam-packed with suspense and intrigue. Priest succeeds in creating two convincing characters and unleashing them in a tempest of vengeance and remorse. Just like any magic show, this story will leave you breathless for more.Read if you likeStage Magic, the history of magic