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Deceptive Practice: The Mysteries and Mentors of Ricky Jay

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Deceptive Practice: The Mysteries and Mentors of Ricky Jay

2012· 1h 28m

Documentary

Directed by Molly Bernstein

6.9/ 10

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Where to watch

Daring Docs Amazon Channel

Daring Docs Amazon Channel

Indie Club Amazon Channel

Indie Club Amazon Channel

Overview

The life and career of renowned magician and sleight of hand artist Ricky Jay.

Cast

Ricky Jay

Ricky Jay

Self

Dick Cavett

Dick Cavett

Narrator

Winston Simon

Self

David Mamet

David Mamet

Self

Persi Diaconis

Self

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