Hello
everyone – I feel so organised getting posting again so soon. Let’s hope I can
make it last! Anyway, if you fancy hearing my views on Leterrier’s thriller Now You See Me, then keep reading...
“The closer
you look, the less you see”. I found that this little fact is not only the best
way to approach magic, but probably the best way to approach this film itself.
Why? It’s a little complicated and a little confusing, but certainly more
entertaining if you just enjoy it and try not to question everything too much.
After all, a good magician never reveals his tricks.
So, we meet
four of the world’s greatest illusionists, who come together to form The Four
Horsemen, and perform magic shows where they steal from corrupt yet rich businessmen
and share the money with the audience, without keeping a cent for themselves. However,
the FBI believes them to be purely criminals and, with the help of an
ex-magician (Morgan Freeman), they attempt to capture and expose the
illusionists. The whole Robin Hood concept – described as “bullshit Robin Hood
razzle dazzle” by the FBI – was an interesting idea to combine with magic that
really worked. Plus, it shows that the illusionists have a conscience – so are
they complete criminals? But then again, I did say that you must try not to
question everything in this movie – sometimes, it’s better to just think that it’s
a cool film and not wonder how they pull off all the tricks. Finally, have a
look at when we’re first introduced to Henley (Isla Fisher). That piranha tank
trick? She performed it all herself – no stunt double involved – so kudos to
her for that. Oh, and watch out for a
surprise twist at the end of the film that I wasn’t expecting!
I couldn’t
even complain about the pace of this film – it was fast and action packed, if a
little long. Yes, it’s definitely complex, but if you can overlook that, then
it’s a pretty good film. I’m not normally one for crime thrillers, but after
seeing this I’m certainly open to watching more films of this genre.
Rating: 3.5
stars – yes, I think you should go and see this film. It’s probably not for
everyone, but I’d definitely give it a try!
Georgie
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