Such a deviously clever trick. Easy to learn, bewildering for the spectator. The Facebook group is
a great source as well, with Judah very active within it. I am not normally a fan of subscriptions,
but this is a very worthwhile exception, as I can see the effect being modified and updated, along
with users making great suggestions along the journey. I can see this being a part of my routine
for a very long time. Great value!
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"Screen Test" is a truly unique and engaging mentalism routine that leverages the spectator's own
device to deliver a memorable and deeply interactive experience. Whether you're performing
one-on-one or in a parlor setting, this effect consistently leaves audiences amazed.
At its
core, "Screen Test" allows a performer to reveal not just a freely thought-of movie but also
specific details like a word from a review and even the film's poster. The routine offers incredible
flexibility and versatility. The fact that it works on any device with a web browser—without the
need for apps or pairing—makes it a practical and reliable addition to any magician's repertoire.
Pros:
Creative Premise: The concept of using movies and personal devices makes the
effect highly relatable and topical. It feels like real mind-reading happening in real-time.
Audience Involvement: Spectators are deeply engaged as they use their own phones, making the
experience feel intimate and impossible.
Flexibility: Perfect for various settings, from
close-up to parlor. The added book-test style routine gives you a variety of ways to present the
effect, enhancing repeatability without tipping the method.
Constant Updates: The annual
subscription ensures ongoing improvements and new features. Updates have already streamlined the
routine and added new tools to elevate performances further.
Cons:
Internet Dependency:
The routine requires a stable internet connection, which might occasionally be a limitation, though
this is a reasonable trade-off for such a powerful effect.
Device-Specific Practice: While it
works seamlessly on most devices, Android users might encounter minor usability quirks, such as
accidentally exiting the drawing app. These issues, however, are easily mitigated with practice.
For only $20 per year, the subscription is a no-brainer. The continuous updates and added
features ensure this effect stays fresh and functional. If you’re looking for an engaging,
practical, and audience-centric mentalism routine, Screen Test delivers in spades. Use it
consistently, and you’ll recoup your investment in no time.
Final Verdict: ★★★★½
A bold
and innovative step forward in electronic mentalism. Screen Test is a must-have for modern magicians
who love strong audience participation and high-impact reveals.
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If you could really do what a book test purports to do, how would it look? Well for starters, you
wouldn’t need a book. You’d ask your spectator to think of any word and you’d reveal it to him. Is
“Think of any movie” that far removed from this? No. It is, however, exactly what Screen Test allows
you to do; and with “props” you and your spectator already have with you.
Judah Gabriel
Mantell’s foray into mentalism creation is a spectacular first effort. This effect couples Judah’s
software development talents with a keen understanding of mentalism.
This is not an app.
Nothing gets loaded to your spectator’s phone, there’s no need to force anything (but forcing is
available), and you never touch your spectator’s phone.
Judah has provided an array of
methods that will fit most performance styles. The nearly hour-long tutorial includes bonus effects,
a PDF with additional information, and tells how to join the Facebook group.
This is an
amazing, powerful effect from a rising star in the mentalism firmament.
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So this is the first time I'm writing a review and it's mainly due to how impressed I am with this
effect. It's not your typical "Book Test" equivalent..........it's SO much more.
Positives:
This will blow people away! The possibilities are endless and you can be SO creative with the basic
principles and massage them to fit your routine and your style.
Negatives: It's more of a
frustration than a negative. I don't like being mislead in the descriptions of effects but this
unfortunately ticks that box. When they state "They remember one of the words from the review and
you are able to reveal the exact word they are only thinking of". Well.........come on
guys.........you're better than that. I read this as the spectator has a free choice of ANY word in
the review.........however, the spectator CANNOT think of ANY word as suggested, but instead is
directed towards a particular word that's in a particular location. However, the silver lining is
that the method to deduce what that word is is incredible and nothing I have seen before.
Overall a brilliant effect and highly recommended.
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Probably the best app I have ever bought. Easy to use. There are three options to use. Endless ways
to present.
Five stars not enough
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Amazing! Blew my family and friends away. They looked at me with a blank stare. It freaked my wife
out.
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Pros: Very easy to do. A 10 year old could work this effect.
-Really fun reveals, very
enjoyable process. I have a smile on my face while I perform and my spectators are all fooled thus
far.
-Nicely priced. Magic by subscription feels weird but a having year to rent a great,modern
trick is a lot better than paying $500 for some gaudy old stage trick you'll use once.
-Website
it easy and intuitive for spectator and mentalist both.
Cons: Having your spectator enter
the website in full feels clunky in 2024. If the website moves to the #1 result on Google, this
will all work so much smoother.
-On android I currently cannot use voice entry. That would be
another huge improvement.
-I'm no artist but it sometimes feels like my spectator is waiting
around forever for me to finish drawing. I think a text box might help speed me along a bit.
Suggestion: If the "magic" used herec could also mock up a ms paint version of the movie poster
for me, that'd be amazing.
Tl;DR: Try this. You can't lose at that price and it's fun even
practicing with yourself.
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I give this my highest recommendation. Will definitely be using this.
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This is such a great effect. As soon as I saw a demonstration of it, I knew I had to buy it.
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I have purchased and owned many mentalism effects over the last 40 years . Screen Test is one of my
best purchases. All that is required is that both you and your spectator have a smart phone and or
tablet that connects to the internet. After watching the tutorial I immediately could perform
Screen Test. There is “No”memorization what so ever. Much much more easier than I had expected.
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