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The Problem With People Reviewing Magic Tricks | Friday Night Special With Craig Petty

Craig Petty discusses the issues with magic reviewers who critique tricks without owning or performing them, using Lloyd Barnes' 'Lux' as a recent example. He emphasizes the importance of fair and informed reviews.

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Key points

  • Craig criticizes reviewers who judge tricks without owning or performing them.

  • He uses 'Lux' by Lloyd Barnes as a key example of unfair criticism.

  • Craig emphasizes the need for fair and informed reviews in the magic community.

  • He suggests ignoring hype if it bothers you, rather than complaining about it.

  • Craig calls for reviewers to perform tricks in real-world settings before reviewing.