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Deep Dive: Dealt (2017)

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Dealt
Dealt is a documentary directed by Luke Korem that focuses on Richard Turner, a blind card magician recognized as one of the best in the world. The film chronicles Turner's life from his childhood, where he began losing his sight, to his current status as a master magician. It captures his relentless pursuit of perfection and the complexities of living with blindness, which he views as both a weakness and a strength. The documentary features a mix of vérité footage of Turner and his family, along with archival clips of his television performances. It includes interviews with notable magicians such as Johnny Thompson and Max Maven, providing insight into Turner's impact on the magic community. Dealt premiered at the 2017 South by Southwest Film Festival, winning the Audience Award for Best Documentary Feature and receiving positive critical acclaim.

Why Watch

  • •See Richard Turner's unique card magic skills.
  • •Meet notable magicians like Johnny Thompson and Max Maven.
  • •Find out how Turner overcame blindness to excel in magic.

Did You Know

•Dealt won five audience awards at various film festivals.
•The film has a 95% score on Rotten Tomatoes.
•It was selected as an Editors' Choice on iTunes after its release.
•Richard Turner is completely blind but is renowned for his card magic.

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Magic enthusiastsDocumentary loversFans of inspiring stories