The Prestige: Watch closely... they might do a trick

So here's my review of The Prestige...

“Are you watching closely?” That question frames the film, and it is the essence of this singular piece of conjuring. This is not a movie you can watch while doing hand projects; you must pay close attention constantly, or you will miss something vital (and probably something whose full significance will only later be understood). ( continued... )

Good things

1. Peter Gabriel's new world beat collaboration album "Big Blue Ball" has several good tracks; my favorite is "Habibe"--Natacha Atlas' gloriously sensual voice + relentless percussion track = electrifyingly sexy!

2. The smell of jasmine flowers blowing in through the office window is rapturous beyond all description or belief.