Imagine having the most comprehensive magic book ever written at your fingertips. That’s the dream, right? Well, L&L Publishing's critically-acclaimed DVD series, The World's Greatest Magic by the World's Greatest Magicians, is pretty much that — minus the heavy lifting. Each volume serves as another chapter in what could easily be the world’s best magic book, packed with in-depth guides to some of the most beloved and classic effects, all presented by top-tier magicians. It’s an essential reference for anyone keen on the magical arts. Trust me, you’ll thank yourself later (unless you’re a card-carrying member of the Magic Police).
Now, let’s talk about a little gem from 1942: the card trick that sent shockwaves through the world of magic—Out of This World. Created by magician Paul Curry, this is the effect where a spectator separates red cards from black ones without peeking. It’s a rare beast: a powerful trick that’s almost self-working. Naturally, it became the talk of the town (or at least the magic club). On this DVD, five different performers share their unique twists on this classic. Michael Ammar kicks things off with an easy version that pays homage to Curry’s original method. Next up, Steve Draun presents a streamlined take that ditches any packet switches. Then we have David Regal, who cranks it up a notch, getting the spectator to separate cards not just by colour, but by suit! Glenn Falkenstein throws in a Triumph-like setup for his take, while Eugene Burger dives into the presentation side of things, sharing some sage wisdom (not just about the trick but life in general, probably).
Curry himself once said the idea for the trick came to him in about 15 minutes, scratching his head as to why it would fool magicians. Spoiler alert: it did! His brainchild has solidified its status as one of the most famous card tricks ever, even snagging a spot in the Genii-Orben poll as one of magic history’s greatest tricks. And now, it can be yours to pull off anytime, anywhere, with any deck—because who doesn’t love a miracle that fits in your back pocket?
- Out of This World - Michael Ammar
- Out of This World - Steve Draun
- Out of This Borough - David Regal
- Out of This World - Falkenstein & Willard
- Out of This World - Eugene Burger
Running Time Approximately: 48min
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