Help Fund The Magic Documentary ‘When The Magic Happens’
Posted on Monday, January 14th, 2013 by Peter Sciretta
One of my interests outside of film has always been Magic (an art which I think goes hand in hand with the mastery of storytelling and incorporation of visual effects in films). In the past years there have been a wave of great magic documentaries — Make Believe (from the producers of King of Kong), The Magic Life, and Magic Camp (which I have yet to see, but have heard good things about).
When The Magic Happens is being produced by the team behind HBO’s Emmy-nominated doc Superheroes. It “follows the ups and downs of several world-class magicians who are making a living at the art they love.” The filmmakers have been given incredible access to The Magic Castle, an Los Angeles landmark which love (someday I hope to become a member). Their goal is only $30,000 and they have 22 days to reach it. If you pledge money, some of the rewards are very cool including a tour of the Magic Castle with Max Maven, a one-on-one magic lesson with Jon Armstrong, a trip to the film festival premiere and more.
Watch the trailer embedded after the jump, and help kickstart this documentary at this link.
