What's the Difference between The Prestige the Book and The Prestige the Movie?
In the Book |
In the Movie |
Rupert "Robbie" Angier
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Robert Angier
Portrayed by: Hugh Jackman
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Alfred Borden
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Alfred Borden
Portrayed by: Christian Bale
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The Prestige Book vs Movie
In the Book |
In the Movie |
When Tesla's machine is used, after the subject is transported, the original subject becomes lifeless. So when Angier uses it his body drops lifelessly and must be disposed of. |
When the machine is used, a complete clone is transported, so the original continues to live. This original is then drowned by Angier in a tank of water. |