Ebook - The Unfolding by Paul Carnazzo
Description & Effect
Unfold the Mystery of Prediction
'The Unfolding' by Paul Carnazzo is a groundbreaking digital ebook that teaches a compelling mentalism routine, captivating audiences with its philosophical depth and impossible predictions. This isn't just another trick; it's a carefully crafted experience where your audience's choices seem to be guided by an unseen force, culminating in a series of perfectly matched predictions. Drawing inspiration from the Stoic wisdom of Marcus Aurelius, 'The Unfolding' elevates your performance, transforming a simple selection into a profound demonstration of fate or intuition. As a digital download, this ebook provides you with immediate access to Paul Carnazzo's ingenious methods, allowing you to master this powerful effect and its engaging patter at your own pace. Please note: this digital product provides the full instructions and routine descriptions; physical props such as photos, gimmicks, or markers are not included, empowering you to create your own personalized setup.
The Core Effect: Absolute Free Choice, Absolute Certainty
Imagine displaying three distinct photographs. You introduce the wisdom of Marcus Aurelius, setting a thought-provoking atmosphere. Two participants, a man and a woman, are invited to assist. Each is given a completely free choice to select one of the photos, with the freedom to change their mind as often as they wish until they are absolutely certain of their decision. The remaining photo is then left for the performer. What follows is a moment of pure astonishment. As each chosen photo is turned over, it reveals a precise, pre-written prediction stating exactly which photo would be chosen by whom – and which would remain for you. This breathtaking outcome is achieved without any forcing, equivoque, secret writing, or switching. The routine is designed for a single, consistent outcome, making it an incredibly strong and clean piece of mentalism that leaves your audience questioning the very nature of free will.
Beyond 'The Unfolding': Bonus Routines
Your journey into advanced mentalism doesn't end with 'The Unfolding'. This comprehensive ebook also includes a selection of additional, highly impactful routines designed to expand your repertoire. Explore 'Multi-Colored', a clever adaptation of Technicolor Prediction that eliminates the need for any complex indexing. Delve into 'House Hunting', a fascinating prediction where you accurately foresee a participant's choice from several house photographs. For those who enjoy a darker, theatrical flair, 'Murder-Suicide' presents a suspenseful scenario where participants seemingly choose murder weapons, only for their choices to be perfectly predicted – ensuring a 'no bloodshed' outcome every time. These bonus effects are varied, creative, and some are even applicable across different languages, offering versatility to your performances.
Why Choose 'The Unfolding' Digital Ebook?
Paul Carnazzo's 'The Unfolding' offers a unique blend of intellectual intrigue and baffling mystery. It stands apart by completely avoiding traditional mentalism pitfalls, delivering an effect that genuinely feels like a pure mind-reading demonstration. This digital download provides the detailed instructions needed to perform a high-impact, memorable routine suitable for close-up, parlor, or even stage settings. It's perfect for mentalists seeking clean, powerful effects with a compelling narrative. The clear instructions ensure you'll quickly grasp the subtle nuances, allowing you to focus on presentation. Immerse yourself in the world of true choice and undeniable prediction with 'The Unfolding'.
Original Specs
The Unfolding by Paul Carnazzo Gimmick not included
Effect:
Three photographs are displayed; each is of a different statue of Marcus Aurelius, (The photographs can be any 3, so presentational possibilities are endless)
It is explained that Marcus Aurelius was a Roman Emperor, and is also considered one of the most important Stoic philosophers. One of his most famous quotes is displayed:
“Everything is unfolding as it must, and if you observe carefully, you will find this to be so.”
The mentalist explains that this philosophy will be put to the test.
A man and a woman are asked to help.
The woman is asked to choose a photo…any one…a completely free choice, and she can change her mind as often as she likes until she is 100% sure that she has the one she wants. The photo she chooses is placed face up in front of her on the table.
The man is given the same choice, and it is explained that the photo that he does not choose will be left for the performer. Again, he has a completely free choice, and can change his mind as often as he likes. The photo he chooses is placed in front of him, and the remaining photo is placed in front of the performer.
The quote by Marcus Aurelius is mentioned again.
“Isn’t it interesting how this quote often relates so well to our lives? It makes me wonder if the reason that things often work out this way is due to fate, or perhaps our own intuition of the way things should be. Even in simple demonstrations like this…everything has unfolded as it must…”
The photo in front of the woman is turned over, and written on the back is:
“THIS PHOTO WILL BE CHOSEN FOR THE WOMAN”
The photo in front of the male participant is turned over, and written on it are the words:
“THIS PHOTO WILL BE CHOSEN FOR THE MAN”
Finally, the photo in front of the performer is turned over, and, of course, on it is written:
“THIS PHOTO WILL BE CHOSEN FOR ME”
No forcing, equivoque, secret writing, switching, ambiguity, or multiple outcomes (the outcome will always be as listed above).
Only 3 photos are used. The participants make all of the choices.
What you get:
A soft cover, 21 page saddle-stitched booklet teaching the full routine as outlined above, including the photos needed (3.75″ X 4.75″), special something to gimmick the photos, even a marker!!
Aside from the main effect, the manual also has a version of Technicolor Prediction, titled “Multi-Colored”, with no need for any type of i***x. Also included is an effect called “House Hunting”, where you correctly predict which photograph of several houses a participant will choose. There is also “Murder-Suicide” where the photos of murder weapons are shown, and the spec. must choose the correct weapons in order for their lives to be spared! (they will always choose correctly…so no bloodshed!)
The main effect described above is designed to work in English, but may be applicable to other languages. I’ve been told it works in Spanish and Italian without much trouble. Some of the other effects described will work in any language.
