Magic
Magic the dog is an angel sent to heal a broken family. Brad is a lawyer, doing the best he can to raise his daughter Kayla without the wife he misses. Kayla is longing for her mother, who died seven years before. Sarah is a medical research scientist who has had an epiphany caused by Magic the dog. As Magic escapes the research lab where he is a subject, and he is pursued by Dr. Ortero and the laboratory's entire security force, he fulfills his angelic role as the catalyst that helps Brad, Kayla and Sarah discover their love for each other. —Executive Producer
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Plot Summary
A group of former friends reunite after decades apart when one of them, a former magician, is released from prison. They are drawn back into a world of crime and illusion as they try to navigate their complicated pasts and uncertain futures. The film explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the enduring power of friendship, even in the face of difficult circumstances.
Critical Reception
Magic (2010) is a lesser-known independent film that received a limited release. Critical reviews were sparse, but those available indicate a mixed to negative reception, with some acknowledging the film's ambition while others criticized its execution and pacing.
What Reviewers Say
- The film struggles with a disjointed narrative and underdeveloped characters.
- Some viewers found the low-budget aesthetic to be a detriment to the storytelling.
- Despite its flaws, a few critics noted a certain raw sincerity in its depiction of fractured relationships.
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Fun Fact
The film was shot in and around the lesser-known areas of its production location, aiming for a gritty, realistic aesthetic.
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