Focus by Craig Petty
Created by: Craig Petty, Murphy's Magic
Focus by Craig Petty is a unique deck of cards disguised as a movie trivia game, perfect for close-up and mentalism performances. Half the deck features movie posters, and the other half contains quotes from those movies, with a sophisticated marking system that reveals extensive information about each movie. This deck allows magicians to perform a wide range of tricks, from visual effects suitable for social media to deep mentalism routines for live performances. The deck is examinable and comes ready to use right out of the box, making it a versatile tool for magicians.
Key features
- Disguised as a movie trivia game, making it relatable and engaging for spectators
- Sophisticated marking system reveals extensive movie information
- Includes 40 routines in the tutorial, covering a wide range of effects
- Examinable deck with no moving parts, ensuring longevity
- Suitable for various performance settings including close-up, walk-around, and parlor
Pros
- Easy to use with a fooling marking system
- Versatile, allowing for a wide range of tricks
- Examinable by spectators without revealing secrets
- Comes with a detailed tutorial featuring 40 routines
- Instant reset for most routines
Cons
- Deck printing is not by USPCC, which may affect durability
- Contains a swear word on one card, which may not be suitable for all audiences
- Some routines in the tutorial are slightly convoluted
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Focus by Craig Petty - Review
The video provides an in-depth review of 'Focus' by Craig Petty, a deck of cards that looks like a movie trivia game but is actually a powerful magic tool. The deck includes movie posters and quotes, with a sophisticated marking system that reveals extensive information not even present on the cards. The reviewer demonstrates a trick where a spectator's chosen card is found using a 'Slimer' from Ghostbusters, showcasing the deck's potential. Pros include the deck's ease of use, the amount of information it can reveal, its fooling nature, and the variety of routines possible. Cons mention the deck's printing quality (not USPCC), a swear word on one card, and some routines being slightly convoluted. The tutorial is praised for its detail and variety, offering 40 routines. The deck is examinable, practical for various performance settings, and requires no DIY. Priced at $40, it's deemed worth the investment for the value and versatility it offers. The reviewer rates it 97%, highly recommending it for those interested in card magic with a twist.
Takeaways:
- Focus by Craig Petty is a deck of cards disguised as a movie trivia game, featuring a detailed marking system for magic tricks.
- The deck allows for a wide range of effects, from visual tricks to mentalism, suitable for both social media and real-life performances.
- Includes a comprehensive tutorial with 40 routines, offering great value for the price.
- Deck is examinable and practical for closeup, walk around, and possibly parlor settings.
- Some routines may be slightly convoluted, but there are plenty of simple, strong effects to choose from.
- Priced at $40, it's considered a worthwhile investment for magicians looking for versatile and relatable card magic.