I arrived late to the table. A few other magicians were circled around as Steve was introducing the
cards to the group. What then followed was, by my eyes, nearly impossible...correction, utterly
impossible. The classic 3 card monte re-imagined, displayed and executed flawlessly. The "money
card" was vanished and manipulated by his agile fingers. my gaze was only interrupted for a second
as I turned to someone next to me asking "what the...?". Each phase perfectly scripted, and bloody
brilliantly executed. The finale leaving, as was initially introduced, 3 individual playing cards on
the table, then scrutinized by the other conjurers present. Without any exaggeration, I had to have
this, and literally thrust a fistful of dollars at him craving the effect.
3, is an
amazing effect for the worker, or the hobbyist. The DVD itself is clearly filmed and the detailed
explanation by Steve Valentine will leave little question as to his ability. His teaching methods
are clear and detailed, all delivered with the charm of the man himself. Each chapter intuitively
laid out and filmed in multiple angles to best convey and instil the method. The additional
routines, add-ons and suggestions will help you, the student; achieve the results promised in little
time. As per what else is packaged, that you will have to discover on your own. I would suggest
picking up this gem and eagerly tearing open the cellophane.....then again, I probably shouldn't,
and keep it just for myself.
