The Magic Box (Short Film)

[@RostamiMagic]

Tears poured out my eyes. As a father and a magician this movie really spoke to me on ALL levels. Thank you Paul for making this film. Thank you for making me see WHY we love magic.

[@allmagicguy]

This is so absolutely brilliant. I come back to watch this often and probably will for a very long time.

[@DaveKomaromi]

That was beautifully done. So much emotion. Reminds me of my Grandpa and how in awe of him I was.

[@richardkennedy3932]

One of the most amazing pieces of theater I have ever watched. Sometimes when we create wonder we forget the reason and the feelings behind that wonder. Watching the small boy and his expressions as the magic unfolded was priceless. Notice that the "magic trick" was not the center of attention, but the reactions and emotions of those watching the wonder unfold. That's where the real magic resides! It was a masterpiece. I have never met you, Mr. Wilson, but this was exceptional. Thank you...

[@carpinteero]

I just remembered this video. I used to watch it when I was little with my father and I always cried, but I thought that when I grew up I wouldn't cry anymore... It's amazing how this video can make you feel. Marvelous

[@magicofpaulcom]

You are the Magic man! I was touched, moved and cried.

[@pierremardue]

when I see this post, I think of you grandpa and have tears in my eyes full of gratitude that you have brought me to magic .........

[@LloydB]

This hits too close to home for me. I'm not ashamed to say that this has left me with tears streaming down my cheeks for the first time since my Grandfather passed away four years ago. Thank you.

[@poulomibanerjee7648]

Grandfather you are still with me. That's MAGIC.

[@allmagicguy]

This is without doubt a valuable lesson not only in magic, but in art and life as well. In this few minutes it reminds us that it really is the small things that matter. It shows that what do for others is far less important than how we make them feel.

[@MarcSpelmann]

Third time watching and gets more moving every time. Reminds me of my Godfather and Grandmother, both played a huge part in me doing magic. RIP Nan & David x

[@jordandyk5793]

I cannot tell you how much this meant to me...my grandfather showed me magic tricks all of the time, and we were inseparable. When I lost him, I lost my best friend. Thank you for making this beautiful film that reminded me of that wonderful man....it touched me deeply.

[@davenelson5458]

The wonder and excitement seen in the young boy brings back memories from my younger days. I don't recall the first magic trick I saw, but I remember the awe, excitement and emotions it mustered. Very well done Mr. Wilson... keep up the great work, I look forward to next years release.

[@TimMannix]

Loaded with heart and art...how touching. Thanks for sharing it with the world!

[@lukeharris2305]

Absolutely breathe-taking. Sometimes I wonder if i'm too old to continue with "little magic tricks". I see this and I realize, they are so much more than that. Very inspirational.

[@RichardDominguezTheMagicIsReal]

2 years ago I retired from performing, not an illustrious career but one I have loved my whole life, I am 56 years old in a couple of days and I have to say this is the most beautiful thing I personally have ever experienced related to magic. I am a sobbing teary mess and I want to thank you ........ Sometimes we lose prospective, Sometimes you can make it happen for others, but because no one makes it happen for you we stop believing that it is real ...... Thank you for making it happen for me and reminding me that it is real ......

[@lampeter6]

This made me cry so hard. This is sooo beautiful.

[@gmc102000]

This made me cry since my grandpa loved magic and passed away recently.... I'm freaking sobbing

[@LeclericShow]

Thanks for giving me smiles and chills in all the right places! :) So moving.

[@davidfogel7441]

Thank you for reminding me of my own roots in magic - the bond between wondrous and care free child and world weary adult who is nonetheless willing to share his inner child.

[@SiekoMagic]

This just gives me goosebumps all over! This is the true essence of magic. This is what's been lost, the true value of magic.

[@Animagie]

Me faire pleurer en moins de 4 minutes (en utilisant seulement un court-métrage) est quelque chose ! Mais c'est encore plus surprenant que ce soit arrivé plus d'une fois en quelques jours... ce film est un chef-d'oeuvre en tout points (beauté, simplicité, émotion...) et Pachelbel c'est canon ! ... Un immense MERCI à tous ceux qui ont participé avec tout leur coeur au fait que cette oeuvre existe.

[@hueixianglim1775]

This short is hauntingly beautiful. It inadvertently reminded me of the great times spent with grandpa when I was a little boy. As we grow older, we tend to dismiss magic as something trivial or childish because we have developed our own beliefs on how the world works. I did, like many of us, until I rediscovered that "child's state of mind" when I was 16. I never looked back since then. Magic has always had a profound effect on me, and this short has just reinforced that, time and again.

[@reidelamagia]

We loved that shortfilm. We have a really old magic shop in Barcelona (137 years old) and we are lucky to listen to stories like this one from our clients. Magic and love is about sharing. Thanks, it was a pleasure to enjoy it.

[@rpwfx]

reidelamagia I've been to your shop - it's a wonderful place. Will be there again in November. Thanks for watching.

[@reidelamagia]

R Paul Wilson It will be great to see you again.

[@happymanoftheworld]

Absolutely beautiful. The young actors expression were perfection. It took me back to when I first started as a night club musician about 50 years ago in Manchester. The boss employed a wonderful close magic magician called Mike Chardo. He would sit with me during breaks and do close up cards..... I never ever could work out how he did the tricks he was so perfect. This film is of course "pure magic"!

[@stephaniemacdonald4855]

The film is just beautiful Paul - Luke is chuffed to bits to have been part of it and I am very proud to have my son be part of such an endearing piece of film making-thank you.x

[@primoblass]

Great movie!!! Magic is a miracle in my life. Thanks for this magic nostalgia.

[@deniseselkirk3505]

A truly 'Magical' short film, found myself on an emotional journey. The soft classical piece of music captures the story perfectly. A huge thank you for giving Gregor the opportunity to be part of something special.

[@ehrinn2009]

I am so glad that I can make my family, friends have the feeling of wonder and mystery when I show them MAGIC! It is so cool to share with them!! No one does these type of things for their family's anymore! It's fading away unfortunately! I hope that one day my daughter will look back and remember me doing my illusions and smile! :)

[@aristotelisg98]

Congratulations man!!That was a really touching video!It brought tears to my eyes..so emotional!

[@p00pkrap]

absolutely beautiful, thank you paul for producing this work of art. who knew a 3 minute clip can carry so much meaning.

[@fnsmagic2011]

One of THE MOST Magical stories I have seen in a long time. Magic and a Magical story!

[@CarlosVaquera8]

This is a powerful moment of real magic! Thank you Paul (from Carlos Vaquera)

[@NoHoldeMeBack]

Its pretty simple, the love of magic is ageless imo. The grandfather loves to preform the trick almost as much as the child loves to watch. And even know the grandpa passes, the magic memory of the trick is eternal, passed on to his great grand daughter and so on. Simple. Elegant, Beautiful.

[@theswindler1]

Nice work Paul... Love the way you built the emotion.

[@zanetaylor2173]

I wasn't almost crying I was just ... sweating out my eyes. very very good superbly touching. very well done, incredible

[@VasCorpBetMani]

My first child, Geoffrey, is just over a year old. I cried my ass off watching this. Time and timelessness.

[@elizabethlivsey8471]

My Father, Val, appears in this as the older man. He was delighted by the film and the appreciation shown by others. He and I watched it often. Sadly, we lost my Dad last year and I am glad to have this as one of my favourite memories. I suspect I will be watching it for many years to come.

[@rpwfx]

Val was a huge influence to me and many other magicians when growing up - but a really lovely guy all round. When we were casting this film, it was Paul Nardini who suggested Val and I immediately knew he would be perfect - and he was. Val will always be greatly missed and fondly remembered.

[@elizabethlivsey8471]

@@rpwfx thank you very much for such kind words. They are very much appreciated. Paul remained one of Dads very good friends. He and Mhairi were so very kind as Dad became less mobile.

[@murdockscott]

Sir, you just made grown man cry like a child. Well played.

[@smitty747]

Beautiful, simply Beautiful, AND SO VERY MAGICAL! Thank you Paul.

[@haroldgoodman130]

Magic reminds us that we are alive and that Life is Magical. If you love someone, let them know it. Often.

[@hervepigny1064]

Les images et la musique seules, sont suffisantes pour provoquer l'émotion, tout comme la magie qui peut devenir un langage universel. Merci de m'avoir fait profiter de ce moment d'émotion.

[@Magictumppi]

So Beautiful. Thanks Paul! I hope magic save just like this!

[@Animagie]

Make me cry in less than 4 minute (by using only a short film) is something ! But it's even more surprising that it happen more than once in few days... this film is a masterpiece in every parts (beauty, simplicity, emotion...), and Pachelbel it's canon! ... Huge THANKS to every people that participate with all there hearts to the fact that this precious thing exist.

[@dangard88]

Spend time with your parents...hug them..appreciate them....Oh GOD but you'll be SO sad when theyre gone. And all those hugs will become memories to keep them alive in your heart.

[@MONOJish]

it's so so beautiful ! great story... great film good job !

[@nrodlol]

Beautiful how one small box can bring up so much emotion

[@mikerogers6136]

Goose bump material, almost a tear jerker.Very emotional, thanks Paul. From New Zealand...Dynamike.

[@DCACAMScott]

I have watched this video many times. It is still my favorite.

[@claughlin]

Beautiful. Thank you.

[@War_Nomad]

My grandfather told me once that the older you get the more you wanna be a child again. Idk why, but to me, this video explained what exactly he meant by that. We are so busy growing up that we forget to be children once in a while, simply happy. To find pleasures in the smallest thing, just like a child. My grandfather showed me that there is no greater wisdom than that of love and there is no love more pure than that of a child. Idk what the true message of this video is but to me, simply love

[@saxmad99]

RIP Val Le-Val who passed away yesterday.

[@lemonrawrable]

I just cried. Absolutely beautiful.

[@MarcSpelmann]

That made me cry. Genuinely beautiful piece of art , will share it.

[@monkey4k]

this is what life and magic is all about ! beautiful !

[@SuneWorld]

Touching short film! Love it! And Nardini as gaffer! Great! Thanks for all your work Wilson! Regards from a Norwegian magician

[@claireyistellementalist]

Beautiful, Poetic and Magical... I Love it! Amazing work R.Paul Wilson!

[@jordicantolozano7147]

+Claire Yistelle je l'aime aussi Claire ;)

[@AndrewKaylor]

Well done. I miss my grandparents now. Wish I would have shown my appreciation for them more while they were here.

[@Bozzy2000]

OMG! Shut up, you're crying! Seriously, this is a beautiful piece that captures so many connections between generations. I hope that one day my daughter will remember some of the magic I've shown her, and pass it down when the time comes. In our very digital world, magic is something tangible and organic that can truly connect and transcend barriers.

[@191664]

Absolutly wonderful, i still have tears in my eyes and smile in my heart.

[@TheBigFinnish]

I was moved to tears. Beautiful.

[@MichaelDardant]

I ain't gonna lie, Y'all. This one had me in tears...

[@robbiesmile3]

poignant and Pacabel's Canon in D flat works perfectly with this film.

[@RendyFudoh]

whoa...realy reminds me in the first place about why I learn magic. Thank you :D

[@rpwfx]

The Magic Box A short film about magic and nostalgia.

[@GeoffWilliamsMagic]

Thanks for this link. Peter M just watched it and loved it. I will watch it soon. 4F is rockin this year. BTW, happy birthday. Geoff Sent from my iPad

[@rpwfx]

Thank you! www.conartist.tv

[@petebiro]

very nice, Paul... well done

[@EmanuelChester]

Great movie! Definitely pinged my emotional strings.

[@magic-tv]

Only just seen this. Terrific!

[@T_Harth]

Truly Wonderful film, it made Me Cry (rarely happens). May the Spirit of Magic live long.......

[@Neo_The_One_]

Very touching. Holding back tears.

[@asharric8897]

That was beautiful, absolutely stunning.

[@ewancallison]

That's great! Still remember as a wee boy, my old neighbour vanishing a coin and making it appear behind my ear. That's what got me into magic. Hope he's watching me from up there!

[@alessiorastrelli]

I saw this video premiered in Saint Vincent (Italy) few months ago and then, as now, I find it very exciting. Congratulations Paul

[@jayhrosenberg]

So beautiful. Smiling and crying is a hard trick to achieve, but I am doing it as I write this.

[@HWMeatcutter]

wow nice job Mr. W. had me tearing up..... and hubby was a bowl of soup, thank you

[@johnsturtz]

Beautiful piece of artwork for the mind!

[@ComedyHypnotistShow]

Absolutly Beautiful Paul. You Had me crying within the first 2 minutes. Wonderful work. Thank you.

[@andydragonfisher6900]

Beautiful and very touching - well done to all involved.

[@damyankees100]

Beautiful! Very exciting without one word. Great work R Paul Wilson.

[@ebhock101]

Thank you. This video is touching. Magic is infectious...just like love.

[@AndrewHerringMagic]

Wow! - Didnt expect to cry today... Thank you, thank you.

[@jeftefanetti]

This video touches my heart. Wonderful.

[@pasqui77]

Amazing short film. Loved it!!!!

[@HWMeatcutter]

Thank you Mr. Wilson, that was an amazing video..sad but respectful..love it kids here love it too

[@etlorenceau]

A nice story well told offers a deeper magic moment than any skill or technique, no matter how good the performer's misdirection is. Congratulations for this short magic film. Camera trickery always sucks. This is the proper way of using a camera to make a trick really magic. There is some René Lavand poetry in this film. Congratulations. I loved every subtle moment of it.

[@gizzmo1414]

Anything that makes me cry gets a favorite

[@mastriannimagic]

Wow. Just wow. Good job Allan and Paul!

[@cmwcaelen2]

My uncle died a week ago, he taught me everything I know about guitar and left me a metal pick...I know what I'm going to do with these now

[@CorporateMagician]

Very emotionally charged video Paul. Lovely to see my old pal Val LeVal in there.

[@rickymagicanada]

Got tears in my eyes

[@melipona2012]

A poem without words. "A Magic Box".

[@DazeAftersAndNeets]

Well done. Simply beautiful

[@rxmanifesto]

Very moving short film. Thank you. And thanks to theawesomer for bringing me here.

[@bastienguilbaud5768]

As a magician, one day i'll be that grand-father.

[@pau56171]

Amazing and beautiful!!!

[@phantomroyale8208]

I cried so much this was beautiful and heart warming

[@thegreatcahyo]

Very good clip....and make me cry!!!

[@ClaesFeldt]

A masterpiece !!!! Nothing had to be said, but still the message came thru.

[@dodocoolable]

I watched again and again,so beutifoul :')

[@paulshewmaker4568]

Beautiful. Perfect.

[@formagicians]

Holy..... this was a sudden burst of goodness.

[@blizz3166]

Beautiful short film, very well done.

[@raymondmann3612]

Beautiful. Thank you!

[@raydonovan3693]

Well done! Very moving film. Masterful! I have been trying to find that exact coin effect in wood for years! Amazed to see it in this film. Still haven't been able to track down a maker sadly.