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I'd probably give this a higher review- six or maybe a seven-if not for one thing: ALL the ten stars reviews here are by people who have never written a review on IMDb before. This often means that someone had people log on and write ten star reviews to boost the film's rating and credibility. There are two reviews that don't fit this description, the authors of which gave the film an eight and a nine respectively. These are worth reading. Another person gave it four stars. I do think it deserves better than that, but at least I know this opinion came from someone not associated with the film. [BTW, I'd issue the same warning about films that receive a lot of one star reviews from people who haven't reviewed anything else. This can often be enemy action.] As for my own opinion, I think the film has some very good aspects. It's always fun to watch magicians at work, and some of the history is interesting. But the film's main claim is based on too much supposition to be of any value in academic history circles. Correlation does not imply causation, as the saying goes. The film is well put together and not a total waste of time, but take everything it says with a grain of salt.

He started off good. The history of playing cards etc, but devolved into some silly long winded, self-indulgent, pat on his own back about some theory of a king or something......who cares?! Should've delved deeper into the mystery and meaning of the cards themselves. BORING! He goes on and on about different influences, seeming to try to make this a biography, and it has some good clips. A couple of good tricks by people that aren't him. He stacks these different interactions in some sort of, i dunno what. What does it even have to do with his end "trick"? There is absolutly no payoff to this terrible boring movie. I appreciate the clips of the greats, but this is just BORING.

10/10: LOST IN THE SHUFFLE is an engaging mystery in which the clues and the cards are costantly moving and the boldness drops your jaw. The real puzzle, hidden in plain sight for five hundred years, is the centerpiece of this documentary in which we investigate a real-life whodunit... and leaves the cards on the table for you to draw your own conclusions!

Get close up, close in, and close to the vest. For those who have never seen Shawn Farquhar before, this is a powerful introduction to both him and some of his most amazing peers in the industry. For those who have, this proves there is no other performer out there quite like him.

Either way, you'll never pick up a deck of cards the same way again.

It's difficult to hold your poker face while watching Lost In The Shuffle. Definitely targeting fans of the films like National Treasure and Now You See Me, this search for historical truths revealed though an item that almost everyone has in their home is extremely entertaining.

At first I was concerned that the card trick designers, as these magicians call themselves, would reveal some of their secrets to the audience. Sure, some may believe they want to know how a trick is done, but once you reveal the mystery, you surrender your sense of wonder as well. As luck would have it, the filmmakers keep all the tricks up the designer's sleeves, concentrating on following the breadcrumb trail that Shawn Farquhar, a professional magician and two-time World Championship of Magic winner and narrator of the film, deposits along the road. A possible royal coverup of a 500-year old MURDER!!!

Farquhar first takes us into his own home and gives us a little of his personal history. He explains a few of the mysteries behind his magic. For example, each deck of cards he, or any other magician uses, is prepped for a different trick. We accompany Farquhar across the globe to follow his unravelling of the saga, meeting other card trick designers along the way, who show us their specialities.

We're treated to a bit of history in the film. An antique, but still working, printing press is displayed, used to print decks of cards when the pasttime became so popular the creating them by hand simply was too time consuming. China is credited with inventing not only the first paper money, but also the first paper playing cards. The filmmakers take us to other cities, illuminating the story of a singular deck that was considered quite risque for their time. When lighting is placed behind each card, depictions of sexual acts are revealed. Imprisoned soldiers utilized playing cards during wartime, inserting cut up maps between the leaves of the cards, which, when removed and re-assembled, provided the soldiers with a escape route. Even Tarot cards, if you're familiar with them, take their origin from playing cards.

As to the intent of the film - here's the mystery that the filmmakers wish to expose. Examine almost any deck of 52 playing cards. You'll see that the King of Hearts has a sword pushed into the rear side of his noggin. What is that?? The original story goes that these picture or 'court' cards all represent royals and this one represents King Charles VIII, way back in 1498 France. He dies under mysterious circumstances. Historians say he bumped his head in a subbasement of his castle after watching a tennis match. Accompanied by his Queen, he falls to the ground, goes into a coma and never leaves the subbasement alive. But is that what really happened to the victim, or was a palace intrigue afoot? Has there been a royal cover-up?

The film takes us on an examination of the history of the region at that time, disecting the wars and even the clothing worn by regents. Is the truth hidden in plain sight within the deck? Imagine the identical details that have been captured and recaptured for 500 years on decks of cards, internationally. The same tale, under all our noses, which hasn't been investigated till now.

Playing cards are multinational, as is magic. You can be any age, sex or race and partake in multiple games of skill or chance with these same 52 identical pieces of paperstock. You will get swept away by a magician's illusions, regardless of whether you speak their language or not. So I invite you to watch Lost in the Shuffle. I believe you'll be captivated in spades by its sleight of hand, even if you fail to agree with Farquhar's deductions.

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This Movie is an absolute must see! Such a creative and unique plot about the secret murder mystery hidden within the cards that everyone knows so well. Included are educational and thought provoking interviews from some of the greatest leaders of the Magic industry! The movie also tells the story of how playing cards, as we know it came about, from the earliest record in Chinese paintings to Medieval times. Shawn Farquhar and Jon Ornoy have done a great job mixing the history of cards and card magic with the story and symbolism of what really is going on behind the very familiar characters on the front of those cards. Farquhar and Ornoy go to great lengths on their worldwide journey to bring to you their revelation!

This is an excellent movie! Lots of interesting facts, a mystery and tons of fantastic magic. Be sure and check it out. We have seen it a few times now. Each and every time we watched it we saw something a little different. The most famous card manipulators in the world are in the movie and they each bring something to the "table". We got out a deck of cards just to see if the mystery was in our deck. It is neat to learn something new that we did not realize before. We will never look at the deck the same again. Thank you for making this excellent movie readily available for everyone to enjoy!

I thoroughly enjoyed Lost in the Shuffle. Shawn Farquhar, a two-time world champion magician, does an incredible job guiding us through the unique relationship between magic, playing cards, and history. The documentary not only showcases captivating performances but also explores the hidden meanings behind certain king and queen cards, hinting at an age-old murder mystery. Farquhar's investigation is fascinating, as he interviews historians who present differing views, ultimately leaving the audience to draw their own conclusions.

Farquhar's interviews with legendary magicians Richard Turner, Alexandra Duvivier, Juan Tamariz, and Michael Vincent add even more depth and perspective. Whether you're a magic enthusiast, a history buff, or just curious, this documentary offers plenty of memorable moments that are both fun and thought-provoking.

I highly recommend it if you're looking for something engaging and unique!

And what it feels like to be in the company of ones. What differentiates them from engineers and people in scientific trades. The value and the heartfeltness of truths for all factions and for all types of people. The value and place of story telling. And still all the aspects it takes to become a performer in your own right.

With good editing.

The final big time and place cut I was sceptical on, but upon the second viewing - it fits and brings the (not so obvious) story arc to its intended finish.

Whats especially well done is, that it stays truthful to the audience throughout, while it tells them everything to know to understand whats happening before their eyes in an analytic way also -- and yet in its credit sequence it ends with the most easy thing you can do to an audience - mislead them, but in a way - that if you listen to it closely you'll understand, that it is misdirection in a very fundamental way. Yet still truthful. And for certain, no big mystery, because you've been told how it works by one of the magicians in the first third of the movie.

And yet the movie is not about any of these things. Its about the sense of wonder, the heart, the comfort and the story telling, that Shawn Farquhar brings and brought to magic -- and about being entertained by a shockingly probable murder mystery. And at least in my interpretation, how he hands over his understanding of the craft to future generations.

I absolutely loved it! If you haven't seen it yet I highly recommend it. Whether you are a card lover or a fan of mysteries or just a curious person, this is a film for you! The cast led by Shawn Farquhar are all legends in their own right. They lead you through a very well thought out and really interesting story. Murder, symbolism, playing cards, amazing magicians and card mechanics... it has it all! This film definitely raised the question for me of what else could be hiding in a simple deck of playing cards?! This is a fun watch, don't delay watch it today and you too can get lost in the shuffle!!!!

As a magician and historian, I loved the way this film uses magic to bring history to life. It also offers a rare peek into the behind the scenes world of magic with some of the top western magicians in the world, and shows the creative process that goes into making an original magic trick. I enjoyed, and will watch it again to inspire me to create better historical magic too. For people who are not already into magic or history, the colorful, enigmatic, and fun cast of characters are fun to watch: a Canadian world champion, an engaging French second generation lady magician, a champion British black magician, a blind Texas card master, and the Spanish master magician all share thoughts on an ancient murder plot.

So much mystery and drama in a simple deck of cards. The in depth exploration of the history and mystery kept me engaged. Having some of the best magicians in the world performing apparent miracles with playing cards is a major plus. Shawn Farquhar as the host/ narrator keeps things moving and asks the questions the viewer naturally wants to ask. I recommend having a deck of cards handy as you watch just to see all the little clues it contains about this mystery in the pasteboards.

Next time you're playing cards with your friends you will have a great story to share after watching Lost in the Shuffle.

World Champion Magician Shawn Farquhar takes us on an engaging journey in this extremely entertaining documentary that explores a 15th Century mystery of murder. The unique cast of several world famous magicians in this film will certainly leave you feeling captivated and astonished. Several demonstrations of superior magical skills performed in a series of vignettes provide various insights into each magician's style and individual story. Wonderful cinematography showcasing beautiful European locations further highlight this modern day forensic investigation. Commentary by several experts regarding the detailed sequence of events leading up to such a mysterious death further draw the viewer into forming their own conclusions and interpretation of all the evidence presented. A definite must see for mystery solvers, curious conjurers and those who enjoy sleight of hand astonishment. I found this documentary to be entertaining and certainly give it my highest recommendation. Not only will you be throughly entertained but I guarantee you will not look at a deck of cards the same way again!

If you love playing cards, magic OR travel, this is the film for you! This is a wonderful travelogue murder-mystery wrapped up in an amazing magic trick. Beautifully shot and with a great premise. 10/10 would watch again.

If you love playing cards, magic OR travel, this is the film for you! This is a wonderful travelogue murder-mystery wrapped up in an amazing magic trick. Beautifully shot and with a great premise. 10/10 would watch again.

If you love playing cards, magic OR travel, this is the film for you! This is a wonderful travelogue murder-mystery wrapped up in an amazing magic trick. Beautifully shot and with a great premise. 10/10 would watch again.

Playing cards have been around for a very long time, we all had a deck of cards at some point, and we all played with these 52 playing cards, whether for money or for fun. But what we have not all done is to ever look in detail at the cards and their design. We have not wondered where they came from, why they look the way they do, how they are made etc. Shawn Farquhar is a renowed magician, who fooled Penn & Teller more than once, won world titles in cards magic and is just an all around good guy who loves magic. He brought a few of his friends, including legends such as Richard Turner and Juan Tamariz among others, to explore the history of a particular card and try to create a unique magic routine made of each of his friend's favorite plots and moves. The kid magician in me loved it, the adult gambler in me loved it, the older history-lover in me...you guessed it...loved it.

A fascinating and really enjoyable journey into the history of 52 pieces of paper - collectively known as a deck of cards. Highly recommended and Chapaeu to everyone involved. Taking the viewer around the world meeting some master magicians along the way its entertainment and history wrapped in a mystery that has been there for hundreds of years but the first time that i have seen it presented in such an engaging way. Thoroughly researched with some really fascinating anecdotes - especially the use of Bicycle cards to help the allies during the second world war. Amazing documentary and not to be missed.

"Lost in the Shuffle" is an interesting documentary! Do you know the history of the deck of cards you use in your card games with your aunt on holidays or watch a magician manipulate and locate the access from each suit even after a few shuffles? Well...through a literal trip around the world, the history is revealed through the charming personality of master magician, Shawn Farquhar. Through his journey & interactions with other magicians and creators and designers of cards, Shawn reveals a border which is all on displayed right there in a deck of playing cards! It's so fascinating and fun! Don't miss!