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Deceptive Practice

The Mysteries and Mentors of Ricky Jay

4.2
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Rating
NR
Duration
1h 28m
Year
2013
Language
English
Publisher
Kino Lorber

About

Ricky Jay is a world-renowned magician, author, historian and actor, as well as a performer who regularly provokes astonishment from even the most jaded audiences. Trace Jay's achievements and influences, from his apprenticeship at age 4 with his grandfather, to such now-forgotten legends as Al Flosso, Slydini, Cardini and his primary mentors, Dai Vernon and Charlie Miller. Featuring rare footage from his 1970s TV appearances, this is a remarkable journey inside the secretive world of magic.

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Extended Details

  • Closed CaptionsEnglish

    Reviews

    "A riveting look at Mr. Jay's arduous, arcane pursuits through the prism of those who taught and inspired him to be one of the world's great magicians. Some of his illusions are so stunning that they leave spectators teary-eyed - out of amazement, or perhaps fear."
    Robert P. Walzer, Wall Street Journal
    "Wonderfully engaging!"
    New York Magazine
    "Grade: A. You'll feel like you're witnessing miracles."
    Chris Nashawaty, Entertainment Weekly

    Artists

    Molly BernsteinDirector
    Alan EdelsteinDirector
    Philip DolanProducer
    Alan EdelsteinProducer
    Ricky JayActor
    Winston SimoneActor
    Dick CavettActor