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F.U. Gag by Hide & Rezi

Created by: Hide & Rezi

The 'F.U. Gag' is a humorous close-up magic prop featuring a Polaroid-style picture of Harry Houdini. As part of the 'Phantom Mini' set by Hide & Rezi, this gag involves Houdini giving the spectator the middle finger, which then impales a playing card (The Two of Hearts) in a visually striking and comedic reveal. This gag is designed for close-up magicians looking to add a strong visual impact and a touch of humor to their performances. The prop is compact, making it ideal for walkaround or table-hopping magicians, and comes with additional gags ('Baby Gag') and a high-quality protective case.

Key features

  • Compact and portable, ideal for close-up magic

  • Creates a strong visual and humorous impact

  • Includes additional gags for varied performances

  • High-quality protective case included

  • Designed for easy integration into a magician's routine

Pros

  • Highly portable and easy to carry

  • Produces strong audience reactions

  • Includes multiple gags for versatility

  • Durable and well-designed packaging

Cons

  • Gimmick may require minor adjustments for optimal performance

  • Not fully examinable by spectators

  • Color difference between gimmicked and ungimmicked Polaroids may be noticeable upon close inspection

Effect

The F.U. Gag is a humorous close-up magic effect where a Polaroid-style photo of Harry Houdini suddenly flips the middle finger at the spectator. As the hand rises, a playing card (the Two of Hearts) appears impaled on the finger. The visual gag is quick, surprising, and designed to get a strong reaction from the audience.

Full Details

The F.U. Gag is part of the Phantom Mini set by Hide & Rezi. It includes a gimmicked Polaroid photo that allows for the animated reveal. The gag is self-contained and works smoothly with minimal handling. The prop is small and portable, fitting easily in a pocket or protective case.

The set also includes additional gags like the Baby Gag (a baby photo transforming into Marilyn Monroe) and the main Phantom Mini effect (Houdini revealing and changing a playing card). The F.U. Gag stands out as a bold, comedic moment that can be used as a standalone joke or as part of a routine.

Who Should Consider the Trick

This trick is ideal for:

  • Close-up magicians who perform walkaround or table-hopping.
  • Performers who enjoy visual gags and want a quick, impactful moment.
  • Those looking for a portable, easy-to-carry prop with strong reactions.

Difficulty

The F.U. Gag is simple to perform. The mechanism is straightforward, requiring only a small hand motion to trigger the animation. No advanced sleight of hand is needed, making it accessible to beginners. However, performers should practice timing and presentation to maximize the comedic effect.

What Magicians Say

Roo from RoosReviews praised the F.U. Gag, calling it "really really funny" and a great addition to the Phantom Mini set. He highlighted its strong visual impact and ease of use, noting that it works well in real-world performances.

He also mentioned the high-quality packaging, which protects the gimmick while traveling. While the gimmick isn’t fully examinable, Roo argued that justification isn’t necessary—magicians carrying a Houdini photo isn’t unusual.

Overall, the F.U. Gag is a fun, attention-grabbing effect that delivers strong reactions with minimal effort.

What people are saying about F.U. Gag

RoosReviews says...

The 'F.U. Gag' is brilliant, I love it—it's really really funny. It's just Harry Houdini giving you the middle finger, and then that middle finger suddenly impales The Two Of Hearts. I think that's a great little gag joke because it clearly shows they're not taking gimmicks like this too seriously.

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