This month’s three of a kind takes on music, magic, and a great meal. Amadeus, The Prestige, and Big Night are three films that explore characters with a single-minded focus that drives them toward success but at a tremendous cost. Ambition, tenacity, and a spirit that never gives up can be the keys to success, but what happens if that energy is misguided or directed toward a selfish goal?

Links & Notes

• Amadeus — Director’s Cut (Amazon • iTunes)
• The Prestige (Amazon • iTunes)
• Big Night (Amazon • iTunes)
• Tipmano Recipe (Stanley Tucci Approved!)