Notes on The Prestige part 1

Mis en - scene

• The lighting right at the start sort of sets the feeling and tone for the film as it is quite dark and dull and the film isn't exactly the happiest storyline therefore i think it sets the tone early
• The sound throughout the film is never upbeat, instead it is always quite echoey and a bit depressing which i think links well with the story and film
• Props used fit well with the characters.

Character roles

• Michael Cane plays his role well because he does not give too much away about anything he does such as when thy are in court, he refuses to give away his secrets about tricks which keeps the audience interested because they will want to find out later on.
• Balden right at the start of the film is made out to look like the enemy because they all believe he killed his enemy magician. Also he is made out to be struggling for money and struggling in life. The audience is unsure whether to feel sorry for him or a bit of anger.
• Mr Angier is completely the opposite because we find out he has alot of money and is not struggling unlike Balden. the settings and props also help us get an idea of how both characters live their lives through out the film.

Narrative roles

• The main characters in the film narrate over parts in which they are mostly involved in so that they can give the audience a first hand account of how they dealt or felt towards a situation which helps the audience understand more.