The Travails of the Astounding!

David Blaine performed such a horrific, gory illusion at a taping of Carson Daly's late-night show, NBC was considering canceling the segment. "Oh God, it was so gross - David pulled his beating heart out of his chest, put it back in, and then collapsed," said one spy at the taping. "He had to be carried off the stage by some helpers. Some girls in the audience ran out crying and screaming, while Carson just stood there stunned and they blacked out the stage."

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REACTION
David Blaine is one BAD MOTHERFUCKER. And I mean like Michael Jackson BAD. Y'know, like cool, not creepy-terrifying. But I guess he's that too. But don't we need individuals like him to remind us of what isnt impossible? Personally, I found that performance to be highly inspirational. Much more so than the words of a politician or priest. The kind of wonderment bestowed upon you only by someone who devotes themselves to the mastery of an art. A dedication so profound, that they defy your conception of the world and it's parameters. I guess in a way I feel the same way about Bruce Lee. I couldnt really say that bout Fellini, for instance, because although his films mark me deeply. There is something about exceeding the perceived boundaries of the human form that we as humans find most compelling. Much of the history and lore of Freaks and Carnival performers is steeped in this tradition of captivation.
Tricks or not, that is one enthralling motherfucker to watch. What a showman! Keep your top-hats and long-eared rodents. I'll stick with the 44 day starved, cryogenic, self-mutilating ::ahem:: Magician.


Minor Stab from the album "Thrills" by Andrew Bird's Bowl Of Fire