The prestige

The prestige 2006. Directed by Christopher Nolan. Warner bros
Narrative function: The story is based on magicians. Its set in the nineteenth century. The film starts in the middle of the story for it to go back to the beginning. The audience feel present in the jury scene as they watch the flash backs with the characters.
Conventions: Warner brothers logo. Titles shown, voice over, no credits
Characters introduced: Alfie Borden (christian Bale), Mr Angier - Magician (Hugh Jackman), Cutter - engineer (Michael Caine)
Cinematography: Dark lighting. Old fashioned costume and wardrobe is key to show when the film is set.
Cameras/editing: Hand held camera, shows how the actors see it, makes the audience feel as if they're there or a part of it. They use a Montage which is a technique which uses rapid editing, special effects and music to present compressed narrative information. The beginning builds tension through the silence. Its the type of film to make the audience ask questions during.