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Title:

Stealing the Show - The Ultimate Pickpocket Guide. James Freedman.

Produced by:

MagicTricks.co.uk © 2003

Running time:

56 minutes

DVD format:

DVD Video

DVD submitted by:

www.magictricks.co.uk

Clip edited by:

MagicTricks.co.uk/MagicWeek

Outline:

Master pickpocket James 'The Man of Steal' Freedman delves deep into the world of professional pickpocketing and reveals the very best methods and techniques to use for both stage and 'walkabout' work. Featuring live performance sequences shot on stage at the world famous Magic Circle, footage shot at a drinks reception, and comprehensive studio explanations.

Topics:

• How to practice
• Where to pick pockets
• Where to put the things you steal
• The methods of picking pockets
• Breast pocket
• Trouser pocket
• Back trouser pocket
• Inside jacket pocket
• Side jacket pocket
• Cuff links
• Direct stealing from pockets
• The fake return
• Braces
• Belts
• Ties
• Glasses
• Watches

• How to practice watch steals
• Leather strap
• Tighten and Lock strap
• Rubber strap
• Expandable strap
• Hook and Catch strap
• Velcro strap
• Ten Top Tips
• Bibliography

MagicWeek Comments:

Stealing the Show - The Ultimate Pickpocket Guide could equally have been called 'Stealing the Show - The Complete Pickpocket Guide' because that's really what it is, covering just about every conceivable pickpocketing 'move' - from the classic removal of a wrist watch (no matter what the strap) to the techniques that are employed to steal anything from anyone.

The disc is broken down into many sections such as 'How to practice' 'Where to put the things you steal' 'The methods of picking pockets' and so on. Then each section goes into great detail - nothing has been left out. From "what finger does what" during the removal of a specific object, to how to generate the misdirection necessary to remove a spectators pair of glasses, while they are still wearing them!

It'll take you past the "I don't understand how they do it" to the "now I can do it" point, and in the process you'll develop a real understanding of the thinking, logic, cunning, misdirection, nerve (and ease) that goes into making a successful pickpocketing routine.

Finally, it's all very watchable. James Freedman's presentation has real pace and the fact that he's a natural entertainer shines through. This is a contemporary and very complete course in pickpocketing from a master pickpocket - you will be absolutely delighted with it. Unreservedly recommended.

Duncan Trillo - MagicWeek - 23.4.05

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