The Movie
What is the name of the magic trick that both Angier and Borden want to perfect?
The Transported Man
What real-world profession is most similar to the rivalry between Borden and Angier?"
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Personal happiness or true self
What does Angier do to himself to show how far he's willing to go for his tricks?
Which philosopher's ideas about identity are connected to The Prestige?
Hint: (Being Studied in class)
John Perry
What is the secret Boden is hiding that helps him perform his tricks?
His twin
How does The Prestige reflect the pressure people feel in high-stakes professions?
Willingness to do whatever it takes to succeed
What does Borden sacrifice to maintain his magic career?
Living a double life with his twin
How does Borden's life with his twin relate to ideas about personal identity?
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In Perry's book, which topic is central to his dialogue about the self?
Personal identity
How does Angier perform his final illusion?
He clones himself
What modern technological development mirrors Tesla’s role in the film, where science pushes the limits of reality?
AI or the blurred lines between reality and simulation
What does Angier lose because of his obsession with revenge and magic?
His true identity
What big problem does Angier face by duplicating himself?
Losing his authentic self
Borden’s secret twin challenges which philosophical idea from Perry’s work?
Personal identity over time
What character gives up everything for his magic?
Alfred Borden
How does The Prestige depict the struggle for fame and recognition that mirrors today’s social media influencers?
Changing one's self for fame or creating illusions for public attention
Which philosophical idea from Perry explains how obsession affects personal identity?
Personal continuity
What do both magicians care most about in their magic, which connects to Perry’s ideas?
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What big issue is raised by Angier cloning himself?
True self
What is the main theme that drives the rivalry between Angier and Borden?
Obsession
In what way does the theme of deception in The Prestige relate to modern-day 'fake news' and media manipulation?
You always find what you are looking for
How does Angier's true obsession with revenge reflect Perry's ideas about the cost of identity?
Losing one's true self
What's the key idea that connects The Prestige to Perry's philosophy of personal identity?
Which character’s duplicity connects to Perry’s ideas about how we stay the same person?
Alfred Borden