I got this DVD thinking that it would be a great introduction to Hypnosis and I feel like this DVD is a great introduction to hypnosis. However, I really wanted more from this DVD in terms of content. I understand that the DVD is only 90min long it doesn't really have enough time to go in depth with all the elements of hypnosis but even the most basic things, like the induction and how to deepen the induction. The DVD is great start to practice hypnosis but will not get you to deeper stages of trances that you're looking for. On the other hand, the materials that Richard Nongard provides on his website in addition to the DVD are a little more helpful but still lack the same depth. Maybe there's not that much depth to it, I don't know. To sum everything up, Good intro to the science and method, not really going to get too far with it, you'll still have to/want to buy more on the subject to really get in to it.

This DVD is one of my first sources that i got it to learn and understand what is hypnosis, what isnt hypnosis ,how can i guide a hypnotic trance and learn a rapid induction also

Mr Nongard is an expert in hypnosis and a very good teacher. You can understand the first time, but you need to watch the DVD a couple of times to absorb everything.
Hypnosis is a beautiful thing. You cant watch this DVD with the same frame of mind that you watch a Magic DVD.
You need to fully understand why trances happens and very important TRY IT. WIth a friend or your cousin or your brother or a friend´s friend.

From this DVD you have a very good base for the understanding of hypnosis.
I can recommend you after this DVD any product of Anthony Jacquin.

It has what you need to start immediatly!
If you want to start learning hypnosis is a good choice.

I got the streaming-version from Nongard's site (sorry Penguin!), but still wanted to leave a quick review here.

As other reviewers have said, this is a good introduction to hypnosis, specifically presented from a Performance point-of-view. Although it doesn't necessarily delve too deep into any specific portion of the process, it still gives a ton of information, both theoretical and practical, for the short 90-minute run time.

He does mention, at each stage of the video, that there are other in-depth videos & books available on those specific subjects, both from him & others, with little-to-no preferential treatment to his own products or web-store.

The video-production quality kind of sucked. It just looks like they put a consumer camcorder on a tripod, brought in some extra lamps from throughout the house/office, and let it roll. The 'editing' looks like it was done with the simple "Movie-Maker" included with his operating system.

His on-screen notes consisted of a Flip-Chart and Magic Markers, and his handwriting is poor. I know that even the most rudimentary video editors have the ability to put text on the screen. I think that was the bottom-of-the-barrel, as far as the review goes.

Overall, I think that the product is a bit overpriced at Nongard's site, where I bought the streaming version (only available directly from his site). Even at Penguin's price for the DVD, it's still a bit pricey. Even though it covers the basics very well, it still only scratches the surface, and left me wanting more. Plus, at that price, I'd at least expect the on-screen text to be CGI, not a flip-chart from the 1980s.

So, would I recommend it? From an Introductory/Informational point-of-view: Yes. From a Bang-for-your-Buck point-of-view: Probably not. But it's not really *that* expensive, so if you have a big curiosity about the subject and won't really miss the money too much, then go for it.

Good introduction to hypnosis. The Trilby Connection just kind of throws you in the deep end and tells you to start swimming. This is a good first purchase on your journey to becoming a hypnotist. I also recommend Mastering Hypnotic Power and Speed Trance. The Manchurian Approach is great once you feel more comfortable with the basics.

the DVD is an Excellent introduction to hypnosis, hypnosis is not a trick, is something you do…what I mean by this is that you can practice a magic trick over and over again, and certainly you can pratice hypnosis over and over again but it does not work 100% of all the time, so if you want to full around with hypnosis a couple times this DVD is excellent!!!