Frozen In Time Hours And Minutes by Katsuya Masuda
Created by: Katsuya Masuda
Key features
Uses a time-based theme for card revelation, enhancing the magical premise
Designed as a complete, structured routine requiring minimal setup
Suitable for close-up and social media performances due to its visual impact
Prop-based or gimmicked design for reliable and repeatable effects
Pros
Powerful visual illusion that baffles spectators
High-quality construction and professional feel in performance
Easy to integrate into existing routines as a standout piece
Cons
Method is not disclosed in promotions, requiring purchase to learn
May rely on specific props or gimmicks that could limit versatility
Effect
The Frozen In Time Hours And Minutes trick creates a powerful visual illusion for the audience. A spectator names any time of day. The magician then shows a watch face. The hands of the watch appear to physically freeze at the exact time the spectator announced. This creates a baffling moment where time itself seems to stop. The effect is direct and visually clear, making it suitable for both live close-up performances and video recordings for social media.
Full details
Frozen In Time Hours And Minutes is a marketed effect by Katsuya Masuda. It is a complete, structured routine. The trick uses a prop, which is a watch face. The method is designed to allow the performer to freeze the watch hands at any time a spectator calls out. The routine does not require the magician to perform complex sleight of hand. It is a self-contained trick that provides a strong magical moment centered on the theme of time. The prop is built to facilitate the illusion reliably.
Who should consider the trick
This trick is for magicians who want a strong visual effect for close-up or social media magic. It is ideal for performers looking for a complete routine that is easy to carry and set up. If you perform in situations where you can use a small prop, this trick will fit well. It is also good for magicians who want a memorable piece of magic with a clear and relatable theme like time. Alex Kirk noted it is perfect for close-up and social media performances.
Information on how difficult it is to perform
The Frozen In Time Hours And Minutes trick is not difficult to perform. The method is built into the prop. This means the performer does not need advanced technical skill or practice with sleights. The focus is on presentation and handling the prop naturally. The trick is designed to be practical and user-friendly. A magician can learn to perform the routine quickly after receiving the instructions.
What magicians say
Alex Kirk from Monster Magic Shop was impressed with the trick. He said, "He found the visual illusion of time freezing on a watch face to be a powerful and baffling effect." He commended it as a standout item in his review.
Saturn Magic Shop describes it as a memorable piece of magic. They note it frames a classic card revelation within the context of time, suggesting a strong premise for performance. The trick is presented as a complete solution for magicians wanting a structured, prop-based effect.
What people are saying about Frozen In Time Hours And Minutes
Alex Kirk says...
He found the visual illusion of time freezing on a watch face to be a powerful and baffling effect, perfect for close-up and social media performances.
SaturnMagicShop says...
The effect is designed to be a memorable piece of magic that frames a classic card revelation within the context of time.
Promotional videos
Saturn Magic - Frozen In Time Hours & Minutes by Katsuya Masuda
SaturnMagicShop mentioned this magic trick in this video.
Other videos
The Saturday Show October 11th - www.MonsterMagic.co.uk
monstermagicshop mentioned this magic trick in this video.