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Mysteries of Magic

Mysteries of Magic

★ 10.0/10•1998
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The impossible made possible

This fascinating program unravels the mysteries of magic-making by exploring the use and development of emerging technologies to create wholly believable illusions. Through historical footage and interviews with modern masters, you'll learn about some of the earliest special effects -- including light, shadow and incense -- and how magicians harnessed their power to leave audiences breathless.

Mel Morpeth · Director

StatusEnded
LanguageEN
First Air DateNov 29, 1998

Episodes

E1

Death-Defying Feats

"Death-Defying Feats" throws the spotlight on the dangerous illusions that have brought fame and fortune to many a magician. From Houdini's Water Torture Cell to the art (and pirating) of sawing a woman in half, we are amazed by the risks that these wizards and their assistants subject themselves to. Mysteries of Magic can be viewed in parts or as a whole, but it is always an enlightening experience. The series' greatest trick, however, is producing a thorough history of magic without giving away a single secret.

Nov 29, 1998

E2

Masters of Mystery

"The Masters of Mystery" provides a history of the magical arts from the ancient Egyptians through modern Las Vegas performers. We learn the history of the perennial "Cups and Balls" illusion and see how ancient religious beliefs led to phenomenal illusion.

Nov 29, 1998

E3

The Impossible Made Possible

"The Impossible Made Possible" brings us on a journey from the days of early special effects in magic (light, shadow, incense) through the arrival of the motion picture. It is an intriguing glimpse into the magician's art of exploiting scientific principles and emerging technology in order to impress audiences.

Nov 29, 1998

Actors

Harry Anderson

Harry Anderson

Narrator

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