Trivia by Craig Petty

Effect

Trivia is a mentalism trick that uses movie trivia cards to create a mind-reading and prediction effect. A spectator selects a card and a word from a fact on that card. The magician then reveals the chosen word, often matching it to a pre-written prediction. The trick is designed to be highly interactive and leaves the audience baffled by its accuracy.

Full details

Trivia uses 10 movie trivia cards, each containing real film facts. The trick involves two main phases: a word-guessing phase and a prediction phase. The cards are fully examinable, adding to the trick's credibility. No sleight of hand or memory work is required, making it accessible to performers of all skill levels. The trick is compact and portable, making it ideal for walk-around, close-up, and stage performances. It also includes bonus routines, such as an 11th card for extended performances and a 'Top Ten' listing alignment effect.

Who should consider the trick

Trivia is suitable for mentalists and magicians who perform in various settings, from walk-around to stage. It is particularly appealing to those who want a self-working trick that requires minimal preparation and no advanced skills. The trick's modular design allows performers to adapt it to different routines and audiences.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

Trivia is designed to be easy to perform, with no sleight of hand or memory work required. However, it does require practice to perfect the performance and interaction with the audience. The trick relies on presentation and pacing, so performers should focus on these aspects to maximize its impact.

What magicians say

AlakazamMagicUK highlights Trivia's versatility, stating it is "perfect for any performance setting" and praising its "strong hook and modular design." Magic-tv emphasizes the trick's practicality, noting it "works for walk-around, parlor, and stage magic" and includes "bonus routines for extended performances." Craig Petty, the creator, describes Trivia as "compact and portable, ideal for everyday carry," and mentions its "strong audience impact with mind-reading and prediction elements." Matt, a non-magician who reviewed the trick, was thoroughly impressed, stating the first phase was "most baffling." Overall, magicians agree that Trivia is a powerful and accessible mentalism tool.