Ruben Fleischer's 2025 film, Now You See Me: Now You Don't, brings back the original Four Horsemen while introducing young magicians Charlie, Bosco, and June. Together, they attempt daring heists using holograms and deepfakes to take down Veronika Vanderberg, a South African diamond heiress laundering money for criminals. The story moves from Antwerp to France and Abu Dhabi, mixing family secrets, revenge, and large-scale magical illusions.
The film delivers visually chaotic and colourful spectacle, with entertaining heists and energetic action. However, the plot is weak and predictable, relying heavily on CGI, and the dialogue often feels forced. The original cast is underused, while the new characters struggle to engage. Despite moments of fun, the film lacks the cleverness, cohesion, and charm of the earlier entries, making it light, popcorn entertainment rather than a satisfying magical thriller.
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