Ever had a mate ask if you’re banned from the local casino, or maybe they’ve said they wouldn’t fancy playing cards with you? Well, to the average punter, the idea of having an edge in gambling and games of chance sounds pretty darn appealing. And when a magician struts their stuff, they definitely conjure up that tantalising image of skill and cunning.
On this DVD, you’ll be introduced to seven magicians showcasing and teaching some cracking commercial magic that blends the art of conjuring with the thrill of gambling. We kick things off with the legend Johnny Thompson, who brings you his take on Dai Vernon’s iconic Poker Deal. Then there’s John Mendoza, who gives you a street-smart Three Card Monte that you’d swear you saw down the local high street. Michael Ammar follows with Hornswaggled, an oldie but goldie short-change routine that’s as entertaining as it is baffling. Dan Harlan gets in on the action by teaching a trio of effects based on a simple card principle that still manages to leave you scratching your head. Harry Lorayne then steps up with the 10-Card Poker Deal straight from one of his classic tomes, while Scotty York spins a yarn with a handful of dosh that’ll have your audience blinking in disbelief. To top it all off, there’s a short film featuring gambling guru and sleight of hand maestro Ross Bertram, showcasing his unparalleled finesse with cards, dice, and shells.
Let’s be honest, tricks with a gambling theme grab attention like nothing else, and you’d struggle to find better examples of this genre than what these performers dish out.
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