Derek DelGaudio’s In & Of Itself
Hulu | Release Date (Streaming): January 22, 2021
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Generally favorable reviews based on 15 Ratings
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AFWJan 25, 2021
This isn't really a "magic show" in the normal sense. It's like a monologue with audience participation and some magic set pieces thrown in. Regardless, I found it mesmerizing and moving. I'd say you need to be in a fairly contemplativeThis isn't really a "magic show" in the normal sense. It's like a monologue with audience participation and some magic set pieces thrown in. Regardless, I found it mesmerizing and moving. I'd say you need to be in a fairly contemplative mood to enjoy this. I find DelGaudio to be a compelling, vulnerable storyteller (and I guess I need to add, actor) and the whole package worked for me. If you've ever struggled with questions about who you are in the world I'd say it's likely you'll enjoy this. It's definitely unlike anything else I've seen.

Overall it's pretty great and I plan to rewatch it soon after it sinks in a little more. It's the kind of thing that stays with you for days.… Expand
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MNBAJan 25, 2021
If you like tears with your magic, then buddy I got the show for you!

Nah, but it is fascinating, and I’m glad I stumbled upon it and went ahead and watched on an impulse. Had no idea who Derek DelGaudio was, nor knew anything about thisIf you like tears with your magic, then buddy I got the show for you!

Nah, but it is fascinating, and I’m glad I stumbled upon it and went ahead and watched on an impulse. Had no idea who Derek DelGaudio was, nor knew anything about this doc/movie/show, but I’ll be going down the rabbit hole to find more of his work (He’s got a book coming out in March that it seems I’ll be reading now). FYI this is more show/performance, rather than doc/movie. So, if you’re prepared to watch something unique and interesting, this is most definitely worth the hour an a half.… Expand
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LastMaxStandingJan 25, 2021
It’s difficult to describe the show without spoiling what makes it special or categorizing it in a way that is too restrictive and really, that’s kind of the point of the show itself. It’s just something that needs to be experienced with anIt’s difficult to describe the show without spoiling what makes it special or categorizing it in a way that is too restrictive and really, that’s kind of the point of the show itself. It’s just something that needs to be experienced with an open mind and as a little knowledge of what you’re about to see as possible.… Expand
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SmallvillefunksApr 2, 2021
I went into my viewing interested and intrigued. I had heard many describe their experience as transformative and talked about how they or their friends cried for hours and thought about this show for days, weeks, and months after viewing. MyI went into my viewing interested and intrigued. I had heard many describe their experience as transformative and talked about how they or their friends cried for hours and thought about this show for days, weeks, and months after viewing. My intrigue lasted up until just after the end of the first story when it became apparent that this was all an emotional manipulation put on by the magician. In "In & of Itself" Derek Delgaudio manipulates the audience as he would a deck of cards. The emotions he tries to convey feel forced on me like a card he wants me to pull in his trick. The stories are pointless pseudo profound vehicles for a few bits of slight of hand and mentalism, which are few and far between. After watching then seeing the overwhelmingly positive reviews online I feel like I am living out "The Emperor's New Clothes". This is nothing more than a frowning magician making you believe you heard and saw something amazing. It's the same recipe magicians have been cooking up for hundreds of years, Derek just threw in some other ingredients that taste awful to me.… Expand
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Gr8MovieSearchMay 29, 2021
This dude is SO boring to watch. What’s the trick? What am I watching? Was THAT the trick, oh wait, he’s still flipping cards... I think the trick is that I’m still watching this boring guy. Like watching an NPR host do magic tricks andThis dude is SO boring to watch. What’s the trick? What am I watching? Was THAT the trick, oh wait, he’s still flipping cards... I think the trick is that I’m still watching this boring guy. Like watching an NPR host do magic tricks and telling pointless stories. Here’s a good idea, have a point. It makes it so much more interesting for the listener!… Expand
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Cdpenning10Jul 21, 2021
Amazing! This is a must see, it’s only 1.5 hours out of
your day and you won’t regret it! He is beyond talented and real….
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GlaleauJan 15, 2022
So anyone that may have posted a negative rating, I understand. This is the point of this piece of art. We as humans are known to find the flaws in others, ignore the one's in ourselves, and of course fight the differences we all have.So anyone that may have posted a negative rating, I understand. This is the point of this piece of art. We as humans are known to find the flaws in others, ignore the one's in ourselves, and of course fight the differences we all have. Naturally, a card trick or illusion can be broken down and eventually explained. A plot in a movie can be filled with holes and you know the end before the film is over. So I guess for me, the true joy of this performance, is the unknown. The absolute pleasure of the continual question "Who Am I?" I would encourage anyone of you that have posted a negative rating to In & Of Itself, to watch it once again, not with your eyes, but with your heart and soul. This isn't about a sappy magician telling stories about what WE don't understand about HIS life, it's about taking the time to keep questioning your own life. Reflection, sadness, fear, loneliness, happiness, and the eminent death. So take time to be the dog, instead if the wolf. Don't pass such harsh judgment, unless the mirror you look in causes you to do so. Open up, learn, and heal.… Expand
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