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http://www.channel4.com/programmes/derren-brown-the-specials/4od#3430559
Interesting show. Basic concept is that one individual is placed in an apocalypse situation in an attempt to make him more grateful for what he really has.
I rather liked it whilst having my reservations about Derren Brown* in general but I thought the concept was a clever one.
(not sure if my colonial chums will be able to use that link but I am sure the show will be available through the usual 'black' sources)
*Derren Brown is a glorified stage hypnotist and general showman who uses all sort of mind trickery and stuff.
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Joined: Sept 2011 Gender: Male  Posts: 255 Karma: 4 |  | Re: Derren Brown: Apocalypse « Reply #1 on Oct 27, 2012, 5:06pm » | |
Watching this tonight. Don't really know what to expect; never heard of the guy.
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Joined: Apr 2010 Gender: Female  Posts: 238 Location: UK Karma: 9 |  | Re: Derren Brown: Apocalypse « Reply #2 on Oct 29, 2012, 6:19pm » | |
He's a pretty well known (in this country at least) performer who reveals a lot of 'magic' tricks, and uses logic and persuasion to show how people can be manipulated by psychics and the like. I like his shows, I think they reveal how truth can be stranger than fiction - somehow the idea that we are so easily manipulated is more freakish to me than there being psychics.
I do think this show is a set up though, and purely for entertainment. Will be interesting to see how it ends.
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