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Glare by Victor Sanz

Created by: Victor Sanz

Glare by Victor Sanz is a close-up card trick that combines modern technology with classic card magic. A spectator selects three cards, which are mixed back into the deck. Using a phone flashlight, the magician creates the illusion that the spectator can see the pips of their chosen cards through the back of a 'magical wild card.' The trick culminates in a clever twist, revealing that the entire effect was an illusion, as it's impossible to see through cards. This highly visual and psychological trick is perfect for commercial and close-up performances, leveraging common items like a phone flashlight for a modern twist.

Key features

  • Uses a phone flashlight for a modern, visual illusion

  • Combines psychological play with card magic

  • Ends with a surprising twist that the effect was all in the spectator's mind

  • Great for close-up and commercial performances

  • Requires precise handling to maintain the illusion

Pros

  • Highly visual and surprising for spectators

  • Uses common items (phone flashlight) for a modern twist

  • Strong misdirection and psychological play

Cons

  • Requires precise handling to maintain the illusion

  • The 'impossible' reveal might confuse some spectators

Effect

The trick 'Glare' by Victor Sanz creates a visual illusion using a phone flashlight. A spectator selects three cards, which are mixed back into the deck. The magician introduces a 'magical wild card' and uses the flashlight to make it appear as though the spectator can see the pips of their chosen cards through the back of the card. The trick ends with a clever twist, revealing that the entire effect was an illusion, as it's impossible to see through cards.

Full details

'Glare' is a card revelation trick that uses a gimmick card to manipulate shadows under light. The magician uses a phone flashlight to create the illusion of seeing through the card. The trick is designed to be examinable if cleaned up properly. It is highly visual and relies on strong misdirection and psychological play. The performance ends with a playful twist, leaving the audience surprised and entertained.

Who should consider the trick

'Glare' is ideal for magicians who perform close-up and commercial magic. It is suitable for those who enjoy using common items, like a phone flashlight, to create modern and engaging effects. The trick is also a good choice for performers who appreciate psychological play and strong misdirection in their routines.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

The trick is relatively easy to perform but requires precise handling to maintain the illusion. The cleanup process is straightforward, making it examinable if done correctly. However, the magician must be mindful of lighting conditions, as they can affect the overall impact of the trick.

What magicians say

Craig Petty describes 'Glare' as highly visual and surprising for spectators. He praises its use of a phone flashlight for a modern twist and its strong misdirection. However, he notes that the 'impossible' reveal might confuse some spectators. In another review, Craig and Ryland highlight the trick's ease of performance and clever cleanup but emphasize that lighting conditions are crucial for the effect to work properly.

What people are saying about Glare

magic-tv says...

The trick involves a spectator selecting three cards, which are then mixed back into the deck. Using a phone flashlight, he creates the illusion of the spectator seeing the pips of their chosen cards through the back of the card. [...] The performance is engaging and ends with a playful twist.

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