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Close Up Kings

By Melissa Camacho, Common Sense Media Reviewer

age 13+

Fun magician trio performs illusions while traveling U.S.

TV Syfy Reality TV 2015
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From Niagara Falls to San Francisco, these gentlemen offer a look at North America's major attractions while offering some insight into what makes an illusion work. It also highlights the fact that not only must magicians have excellent sleight-of-hand skills, they also have to work at becoming entertaining performers if they want success.

Some of the banter between the guys feels a little contrived at times, and if you're a budding illusionist looking to learn how to perform some of these acts, these fun folks aren't sharing their secrets, either. But their street performances are enjoyable, and magic fans will appreciate the extensive range of tricks featured here.

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