Canadian Bill Abbott is a diverse (and diversified) magician, a fact which is becoming increasingly apparent as he continues to add to his unique line of magic. “Mind Control,” for example, could not be further from “The Thing” in either effect or method, yet they both have the potential to slay their respective audiences. On the other hand, “Mind Control,” while virtually self-working, requires a skillfully executed presentation to achieve not only its maximum impact, but any impact at all, which is why Bill has decided to include a detailed instructional DVD with this “remastered” version. The effect on paper is so simple as to be banal - three everyday objects are placed on the table; a watch, a key chain, and any kind of card (playing, business, credit, whatever). A spectator is then invited to choose one, whereupon the magician reveals a prediction he had made which correctly identifies the chosen item. Not exactly a levitating monster. But simple tricks like these can become miracles in the minds of your spectators if they are properly presented, and Bill provides many excellent ways to do this on the accompanying DVD, including a deluxe “10 object” version for stage.

If you’re looking for a mental effect that is mechanically easy but will at the same time allow you to invest some creativity into the presentation, “Mind Control Remastered” is worth your consideration.