Tall Tale For Teenagers

Rating: Null/10 (17 July 2013)

Four smart-alecky young illusionists team up at the behest of an unknown mastermind to wreak havoc and revenge on some deserving individuals. Included in the the group is Woody Harrelson, who is not so young, but always entertaining in whatever movie he's in. They work for... maybe Morgan Freeman? or maybe Michael Caine?
"Now You See Me" is loaded with plot holes and contrivances and, moving at breakneck speed, is tough to follow. It skims over obvious flaws in the narrative and, in the end, does not play fair with the audience. It is nevertheless a fascinating look into the world of magic, sleight-of-hand and hypnotism. There is, of course, the OCC (obligatory car chase), which tips off the target audience. Car chases got old shortly after "The French Connection"(1971).
The picture is energetic and good-natured fun, but don't look too closely. And bring ear muffs for the ear splitting sound track.