Larry Thornton Collection

about this collection


 

In the Seventies, when Larry Thornton of Calgary, Canada was an active magic convention attendee, he started recording magicians on his 8mm camera whenever and wherever they would grant him permission. He set the scene where performers gave private performances for small audiences, or directly to the camera. Below are clips from that era, which include performances from 1976 to 1981.

We encourage you to browse around as your curiosity guides you. Simply click on Larry Thornton Collection to come back here. If you want to see a shorter sampling, here’s a Movie Magic playlist to jump start your blast to the past. Alternatively, check out another wonderfully curated list by Jamy Ian Swiss in his article Take Two #51: Movie Magic

August 24, 2017

This performance was recorded by Larry Thornton in Seattle, Washington.

Jerry Andrus presents creative and novel versions of classic effects including the Cut and Restored Handkerchief, the Miser's Dream and the Cups and Balls. 

August 24, 2017

This performance was recorded by Larry Thornton in Asilomar, CA.

It includes a variation of Charlie Miller's "Dunbury Delusion" and Dai Vernon's "Twisting the Aces".

 

A memorial fund has been established in support of Daryl's family.