![]() ![]() The second act of Houdini takes only half an hour to complete, as opposed to the first act, which takes more than an hour. It was the result of a casting coup for the producers and History. Some of the film’s intriguing elements may make those who are enthralled by Houdini’s work uneasy, but it feels less like a gut punch than a head shot. Houdini is a misbegotten, one-dimensional, narrator-ad-nauseam script. ![]() With this thrilling miniseries, Brody has taken on the incredible challenge of fully embodying the legend of Houdini, and bringing the story of this master illusionist and showman to life. Brody brings the thrilling storylines of Houdini’s life to life, as he navigates his way through the glorious highs and heart-breaking lows of his career. ![]() Brody’s passionate portrayal of Houdini showcases the unique blend of ambition, determination and showmanship that made Houdini one of the greatest entertainers of all time. Academy Award nominee Adrien Brody stars as the title character, bringing to life the iconic figure in an enthralling performance. The focus here, though, is mainly on Houdini as a tortured artist who wanted more, more, more - until the very end.The History Channel’s new miniseries, Houdini, chronicles the life of the famous magician and escape artist, Harry Houdini. Houdini paints a realistic portrait of a long-lasting marriage, one that isn't perfect but endures nonetheless. Parents also will appreciate that Houdini (the real man and the on-screen one) is a man who loved and stuck by his wife, played by the charming Kristen Connolly, whom audiences may recognize as the Final Girl from The Cabin in the Woods. Houdini's escapes start out as simple jailbreaks and keep getting more and more dangerous until he's plummeting off bridges and getting buried alive. It's also twisted and bizarre enough that kids will want to watch. It's the type of historical drama that parents will want kids to see (those who are old enough to not get upset and cry while watching Houdini struggle near death under the frozen surface of a river, that is). As a portrait of a self-made man who won fame and glory as a result of his own hard work, daring, and talent (not to mention a hefty dash of showmanship), Houdini is a winner. ![]()
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