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Total Recall by Liam Levanon - Magic Review

Liam Levanon delivers a comprehensive review of 'Total Recall,' a new trick from Alakazam Magic. This innovative effect reimagines the invisible deck concept, shifting the focus to the spectator and granting them the illusion of superhuman memory. The trick involves a seemingly simple observation test with a deck of cards, where the spectator identifies a secretly inverted card through clever questioning. Levanon praises Alakazam's quality control and highlights the trick's versatility, adaptable for close-up, walk-around, and even parlor settings. The included 45-minute tutorial, featuring both Levanon and another instructor, covers the system, troubleshooting, and multiple performance variations. While the price point is $40, Levanon strongly recommends 'Total Recall,' especially for magicians familiar with invisible decks, citing its power, subtlety, and the way it makes the spectator feel genuinely extraordinary. It's less a trick, he concludes, and more a demonstration of a spectator's remarkable ability.

Key points

  • Total Recall offers a fresh take on the invisible deck concept.

  • The spectator feels empowered, as if possessing a magical ability.

  • Alakazam Magic's quality control is consistently impressive.

  • Alakazam now has a US warehouse for faster shipping.

  • The tutorial is 45 minutes long and covers multiple performance variations.

  • The trick can be adapted for close-up, walk-around, and parlor settings.

  • Suitable for busking with a clever presentation.

  • The spectator's choices are limited to the twelve face cards.