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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.
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- 1. Death-Defying FeatsNow viewing1998-11-29"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.
- 2. Masters of Mystery1998-11-29"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.
- 3. The Impossible Made Possible1998-11-29"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.
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Is Mysteries of Magic available to watch online?
Vidbox does not currently have a legal streaming, rental or purchase option on record for Mysteries of Magic in this region.
How many seasons does Mysteries of Magic have?
Mysteries of Magic has 1 season and 3 episodes.
When did Mysteries of Magic first air?
Mysteries of Magic first aired in 1998.
Is Mysteries of Magic still running?
Mysteries of Magic's status on TMDB is: Ended.