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Feature Film
7.0 / 10
The Magic Show
"A young magician with an unorthodox look and style's first big break is threatened by a villainous rival."
1983-03-03
105 mins
Fantasy, Music
Narrative Synopsis
The Magic Show is a one-act musical with music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz and a book by Bob Randall. It starred magician Doug Henning. Produced by Edgar Lansbury, it opened on May 28, 1974 at the Cort Theatre in Manhattan, and ran for 1,920 performances, closing on December 31, 1978. Henning was nominated for the Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Musical and director Grover Dale was nominated for the Tony Award for Best Direction of a Musical. In 2001, a filmed performance staged especially for the cameras in 1980, directed by Norman Campbell at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre in Toronto, was issued on DVD by Image Entertainment. This production, originally intended for cinema release, differed notably from the original Broadway production, with several of the most memorable songs, such as "West End Avenue" and "Solid Silver Platform Shoes", removed. Doug Henning reprised his original starring role, while Didi Conn co-starred as Cal.
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Narrative DNA Intelligence
Pacing
Dynamic Narrative Flow
Complexity
7 / 10
Ending Impact
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Narrative Assessment:
Calculated narrative telemetry highlights notable thematic precision within Fantasy. With an established critical baseline of 7.0/10, the plot emphasizes dynamic narrative flow pacing paired with an ending characterized by resonant resolution.
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Twist Potency
6.5 / 10
Boredom Risk
Low
Engagement barrierPacing Cadence
Standard Rhythmic Build
Story velocity Rewatch Value
High (Layered Nuances)
Hidden layers⚡ Critical Viewing Advisory:
"Maintain active attention during the pivotal turning points. The narrative progression hinges on subtle thematic cues established in the first two acts before converging in the climax."
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The Magic Show delivers structured thematic storytelling within the Fantasy landscape. Holding an audience consensus score of 7.0/10 over a 105 minutes runtime and centered on the premise "A young magician with an unorthodox look and style's first big break is threatened by a villainous rival.", it stands out as a compelling watch for enthusiasts of the genre.
