Intriguing thriller replete with unexpected twists

Rating: 8/10 (14 June 2013)

Magic.It is a mysterious phenomenon;even a simple card trick can leave u confounded,make u scratch your head. But when we are talking about a bank heist using magic,that is another level of level of astonishment altogether. 'Now you See me' is an intelligent thriller with great characters,breakneck pace and plenty to keep you interested.
Jessse Eisenberg looks fresh and lends that youthful and charismatic persona.It was great watching him after 'The social network'.Mark Ruffalo does a superb job in his portrayal of an FBI cop. Ishla Fischer and Melanie Laurent are charming.The chemistry between the four illusionists is kinda good too. In the backdrop we also have Morgan Freeman playing an antagonist who is keen on thwarting the illusionists.
There are perhaps one too many characters in the movie.So the character development is a bit low. What works though is that the story is told in a thrilling fashion and it is always interesting to see 'tricks' unfold. You realize that in the end it is all a trick but u keep wondering 'How the hell did they pull that off?'Therein lies the strength of the movie.It is also full of unpredictable turns at every corner. The movie will keep throwing surprises at you till the very end.
Bored and want something different?This one makes a good watch.