The Effect
The magician passes a pewter locket to the spectator and tells them it was a gift from Satan to a Witch. The spectator chooses a card from a deck and is told that every gift comes at a price. inside the locket is a curse but thankfully the spectator has picked the only card that does not subject them to a horrible death.
Cost
£28.50 exclusive to
http://www.blackhart.co.uk/closetodeath.html
Difficulty
(1=easy to do, 2=No sleights, but not so easy, 3=Some sleights used,
4=Advanced sleights used, 5=Suitable for experienced magicians only)
No skill needed except presentation
Review
The package comes with a pewter locket, the curse, a deck of cards and an A5 booklet with routine and instructions.
The first thing that struck me when i opened the package was how stunning the locket is. This is really something you could wear and always have a bizarre effect with you. It really is a lovely looking locket and is nice and solid.
The effect itself is very easy to perform, you will perform it straight away with no problems. Even a complete beginner could perform this effect as soon as they open the package. The script is very dark and disturbing. i was very impressed with the little story Keith has created to go with the effect.
This really is a Real World, chilling and disturbing effect that you will be proud to add to your performances. Another great product from the Black Hart!
Overall
10/10 and worth every penny. It gets 10 due to quality of props and the way this will really chill the audience.