This video has lots of little clips throughout which I won't mention. Things start off with an introduction by Maria, then several tricks are performed. Yo-yo basics are demonstrated, string length, how to tie the knot, how to hold the yo-yo, and how to tighten the string. The tricks are explained by a narrator, with graphics showing how they are done. Then they are shown in slow motion. The tricks are performed by a number of different people and the "Yo-Yo Kids" provide additional support. Clips are shown in between tricks, some of which I guess are supposed to be humorous. There are also little history snipetts about the yo-yo thrown in. My favorite parts of the video were the segements with Bob Malowney as he toured through the National Yo-Yo Museum in Chico, CA. There are also several clips of the "Psych-yo-delica", Maria's 1976 Volvo, which is covered with 3,000 yo-yos. The video ends with a review of the Yo-Bonic line. Overall, this is an ok beginner video, but I thought there were too many "extras" thrown in, and not enough tricks. Trick List:
Performers: Leslie Hurlich, Noel Zanchellie, James Beasly, Danielle Soderberg, Andrew Blackmore, Sarah Blackmore, Oren Maletta, Edwin Carilao, Chris Smith, Chris Townsend Yo-Yo Kids: Whitey, Stoney, Nat X, EJ Bastien, Oren Maletta, Danielle Soderberg, Chris Smith, Matt Leonard, Cody Votolato, Zane Landeth, Emily Eddy, Peter Jane, Lauren Fitzpatrick, Victor Fitzpatrick, Mallory Brown, Andrew Blackmore, Sarah Blackmore, Edwin Carilao, John Renfrow |
