Judge What a way to kill someone. Cutter They're magicians, your honor. Men who live by dressing up plain and simple truths to shock, to amaze. Judge Even without an audience? Cutter There was an audience. You see, this water tank was of particular significance to these two men. Particularly awful significance. Angier I thought you said I'd have to get my hands dirty. Cutter Maybe someday you will; I just needed to know that you could. Olivia Wenscombe He wants me to come work for you and steal your secrets. Alfred Borden What does he need my secrets for? His trick is top-notch. He vanishes, and then he reappears instantly on the other side of the stage—mute, overweight, and unless I'm mistaken, very drunk. It's astonishing; how does he do it?