The Prestige (2006) Synopsis Based on Christopher Priest's 1996 novel, Robert Angier (Hugh Jackman) and Alfred Borden (Christian Bale) play rival magicians in turn-of-the-century London who battle each other for trade secrets. The rivalry is so intense that it turns them into a dangerous game. Awards 2006: Academy Awards: 2 Nominations: Best Cinematography and Best Art Direction