
 New Books in Film
 New Books in Film Magic
 Mar 11, 2024 
 Explore the unsettling thriller 'Magic' and its misdirection. William Goldman's insights into screenwriting offer valuable advice. Dive into the psychological themes and suspenseful character dynamics in this 1978 film. Delve deep into character revelations and the ambiguous ending for a richer understanding. 
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 Introduction 
 00:00 • 3min 
 Exploring the Theme of Magic in Movies with a Focus on Ventriloquist Dummies 
 02:47 • 4min 
 Exploring Character Revelation and Motivations in the Novel vs. Film Adaptation 
 06:34 • 2min 
 Exploring Characters and Suspense in 'Magic' 
 08:10 • 15min 
 An In-depth Analysis of Psychological Themes and Endings in a Film 
 23:00 • 3min 
