A Tight, Compelling Drama

Rating: 8/10 (22 January 2019)

22 October 2006. The script is tight, covering almost all of its bases along with a tense and character-driven drama surrounding loss and revenge, prestige and sacrifice. While the relational dramas unfolding appeared somewhat chaotic, part is explained by the plot itself. Hugh Jackman and Christian Bale provide was wonderful performances as well as the mysterious David Bowie as Mr. Tesla as an added bonus. There are a few harsh magical moments. The flashbacks are handled nicely without obvious ostentation except where appropriate for the character and context. The ambiguity of Jackman's and Bale's characters is also commendable. Overall, this is a fine movie, but there are a few editing jumps and a bit of underdevelopment of characters that could have provided full-rounded enjoyment. However, such trifles could come down to deliberate necessity because of the plot twists. A surprisingly eerie, compelling delight. Eight out of Ten Stars.