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Hospitality by Max Francis Review:

One gimmick, one DVD and $25 bucks. Is it gem or is it rubble? Stay tuned to find out.

Effect

Pour out the soda from your soda can completely. Then instantly pour out a completely different liquid from the same can.

Method

A simple gimmick that is supplied makes this possible. The gimmick is disposable, and you are supplied two, thus giving you the ability to perform/practice the effect twice. However, the gimmick is something that is readily available, and Costas tells you exactly how to get more. So this is not a problem. The method involved requires you to set up the can in advance out of sight from others.

You then need to bring the can to the gig, or if you're at a party and want to do this in a more casual setting, you can set it up in advance and just have the can sitting on a table waiting for the right moment.

For the bonus effect, Cocktail, you'll need to buy a cocktail shaker set and an extra something that does not come with the DVD. It's a "something" that's pretty easy to find online.

Ad Copy Integrity

The written copy is legitimate, and the video trailer is legitimate with one caveat. You might watch the ad trailer and assume that you can just do this with any can of soda brought to you by the waitress. This is not true. There is some gimmicking and setting up required. However, I don't feel like the ad was being dishonest; it felt more like they were just creating a fun way to demo the product.

Product Quality

The gimmicks supplied are fine and the DVD is well produced. The audio and lighting are fine. All in all, there are no issues here.

Final Thoughts

In theory, you could probably have a whole bunch of cans set up to do this effect if you are a strolling magician. It would be the kind of thing where you'd have to go to the back and grab a can when you're ready to do the effect. However, I see this more as a casual thing where you're hanging out with friends and you want to mess with them, or maybe in your set show. Also, why not slip the waitress an extra $5 bucks to have her bring out the set up just like in the ad trailer when you're out with some friends?

If you can see yourself using this effect in your venue(s), then you'll be very happy with the method and with your purchase.

Final Verdict:
4.5 Stars with a Stone Status of Gem.

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