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Ricky Jay and His 52 Assistants(1996)
Status: Released
Date: 1996-12-17
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Time: 0h 58m
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Sleight of hand magician Ricky Jay blends light comedy and close-up magic to entertain a live audience. He discusses everything from the birth of the classic cup and balls trick to 14th century poetry.
Languages: English.
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United States of America
Movie: Ricky Jay and His 52 Assistants
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Sleight of hand magician Ricky Jay blends light comedy and close-up magic to entertain a live audience. He discusses everything from the birth of the classic cup and balls trick to 14th century poetry.
Release Date
1996-12-17
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