Make Believe
May 2011
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Mick LaSalle
I would have liked to see more tricks and fewer parental interviews, but in any case, this is a reasonably appealing documentary for anyone with a special interest in the subject.
Joe Morgenstern
Terrifically likable without trying too terribly hard.
Gary Goldstein
The various sleights of hand are impressive even if we're afforded little insight into their actual execution. Still, it's fun stuff.
Neil Genzlinger
The young people seen here never seem artificial; you feel their passion for doing magic, as well as their nagging loneliness, devoted as they are to practicing card tricks and such for hours on...
Ben Sachs
This tension between self-expression and professional advancement is fascinating material, but first-time director-editor J. Clay Tweel avoids the nuance that might have brought it to life.
Roger Ebert
Magicians have a saying: "The trick is told when the trick is sold. " These kids are sold on tricks.
Critic reviews
Mick LaSalle
I would have liked to see more tricks and fewer parental interviews, but in any case, this is a reasonably appealing documentary for anyone with a special interest in the subject.
Gary Goldstein
The various sleights of hand are impressive even if we're afforded little insight into their actual execution. Still, it's fun stuff.
Neil Genzlinger
The young people seen here never seem artificial; you feel their passion for doing magic, as well as their nagging loneliness, devoted as they are to practicing card tricks and such for hours on...
Ben Sachs
This tension between self-expression and professional advancement is fascinating material, but first-time director-editor J. Clay Tweel avoids the nuance that might have brought it to life.
Roger Ebert
Magicians have a saying: "The trick is told when the trick is sold. " These kids are sold on tricks.
Michelle Orange
Make Believe pairs a newly entrenched formula with old-fashioned, artisanal illusion.
Cast and credits
Actors | Ed Alonzo, Gay Blackstone |
Director | J. Clay Tweel |
Writers | Cleven S. Loham |
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English
Rental period
Start within 30 days, finish within 48 hours.
Run time
91 minutes
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