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Pakar Ilusi Inner circle 5715 Posts 
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"Dreams aren't a matter of Chance but a matter of Choice." -DC-
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Dr. Delusion Special user Eugene, Oregon. 728 Posts
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I agree with you, it truly is amazing!
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Pakar Ilusi Inner circle 5715 Posts
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On 2013-04-08 14:30, Dr. Delusion wrote: He ain't the slimmest of guys this Mr. Moretti, he ain't... That's what is so incredible. 
"Dreams aren't a matter of Chance but a matter of Choice." -DC-
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john wills Special user 940 Posts
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I have worked with them.
Super professionals!!! |
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Pakar Ilusi Inner circle 5715 Posts
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On 2013-04-08 14:51, john wills wrote: Great to know that!
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Dick Oslund Inner circle 8361 Posts
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The Morettis worked a FISM in the late '70s or early '80s. Jay Marshall was there. He came back to Chicago and for a week, all he could talk about was Hans Moretti and the "box". Jay was no 'first o' May'!
SNEAKY, UNDERHANDED, DEVIOUS,& SURREPTITIOUS ITINERANT MOUNTEBANK
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Jim Sparx Inner circle Far Out, Texas 1144 Posts
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This is one of those illusions that I DO NOT WANT TO KNOW how it is done. It's magic...
Et tu, Spartacus?
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charliecheckers Inner circle 1969 Posts
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Hans recently passed away. His wife is still living.
The German magician passed away on 13 March (13) after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer's disease. Moretti launched his career at the age of 16 and found fame in Europe with his ostentatious versions of classic illusions, daring escapes, and his bare-chested stage performances. In 1979 he was named world champion in the 'mentalism' category by the International Federation of Magic Societies, and went on to break 18 world records and receive the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany. The magician also performed with his wife Helga as The Morettis and the double-act became known for death-defying stunts including the 'Sword Box' and 'Russian Roulette' routines. Together they scooped first prize in the 'grand illusions' category at the 1976 world championship and were awarded a Performing Fellowship from the Academy of Magical Arts in 1983. Moretti retired from live performance in 2006 after falling ill with Alzheimer's disease. He leaves wife Helga and their three children - sons Hans, Jr. and Peter, and daughter Nicole - who are all professional magicians. |
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Sorcerer Loyal user 289 Posts
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On 2013-04-08 23:35, charliecheckers wrote: Unfortunately Hans' wife, Helga Moretti, passed away too a few years ago ( http://www.geniimagazine.com/magicpedia/Helga_Moretti ) They were two of the tops, we'll miss them and their magic. |
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charliecheckers Inner circle 1969 Posts
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Unfortunately Hans' wife, Helga Moretti, passed away too a few years ago ( http://www.geniimagazine.com/magicpedia/Helga_Moretti ) Good catch. Obviously a misprint in the obituary I copied above. |
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Pakar Ilusi Inner circle 5715 Posts
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RIP, they are legends now...
"Dreams aren't a matter of Chance but a matter of Choice." -DC-
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Regan.JPG "View Profile"){kind=avatar} Inner circle U.S.A. 5699 Posts
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It's so sad to see so many of the greats leaving us.
R.I.P. :(
Mister Mystery
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Magic is great Regular user 134 Posts
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On 2013-04-10 09:27, Pakar Ilusi wrote: I agree. That was a great illusion! Sadly I'll bet few people are aware of it these days... |
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Eldon Inner circle Virden, IL 1134 Posts
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I saw him live a few times. I was the guy that pushed the swords through the box in one show.
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harbour Loyal user 284 Posts
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Wonderful.
I saw them too. even witness a few copycats that couldn't copy the character of these two. Thanks for the video. |
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Dennis Loomis 1943 - 2013 2113 Posts
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Hans Moretti was booked to perform at one of the It's Magic shows in L. A. many years ago. He sent his son, instead. I believe he was booked as "Pantar" Moretti. He did some sharpshooting stunts with crossbows but closed with the Cardboard Sword Box. It just blew me away and I went back to another performance to see it again. Truly one of the greatest illusions I've seen in a life time of watching tons of magic shows both live and on TV. I'm glad that this clip is now available on YouTube. Thanks for posting the link.
Dennis "Denny" Loomis
Itinerant Montebank
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RyanDicharry New user 53 Posts
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It is truly amazing how he took something as simple as a cardboard box and made an illusion that baffles magicians and lay people still today.
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Eldon Inner circle Virden, IL 1134 Posts
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I saw his son at The Midwest Magic Jubilee. That crossbow act was amazing, and I believe his son was just as good as his father with the box.
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Pakar Ilusi Inner circle 5715 Posts
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On 2013-04-14 14:22, Dennis Loomis wrote: You're welcome. 
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James FX Regular user Virginia 178 Posts
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Thanks for sharing Pakar. I love everything about this couple and this performance. So unassuming, yet they manage to blow your mind, into tiny bits.
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