Reputations, Uri Geller

In 1973 self-proclaimed psychic Uri Geller captured the attention of the world by bending a fork on television. What was so remarkable was that he claimed to do it using only the power of his mind. Despite repeated allegations of trickery, Geller is still determined to convince the world that he tru...

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Other Authors: Infobase,, BBC Worldwide Learning.
Format: Video
Language: English
Published: [Place of publication not identified] : BBC Worldwide Learning, [2002]
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Physical Description: 1 online resource (1 video file (49 min., 2 sec)) : sound.
Series: Reputations.
Summary: In 1973 self-proclaimed psychic Uri Geller captured the attention of the world by bending a fork on television. What was so remarkable was that he claimed to do it using only the power of his mind. Despite repeated allegations of trickery, Geller is still determined to convince the world that he truly does possess superhuman powers. This film tells the fascinating story of a charismatic showman and his struggle for credibility and lasting fame - an enthralling tale of politicians and scientists, spies and aliens.
Item Description: Originally released by BBC Worldwide Learning, 2002.
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In 1973 self-proclaimed psychic Uri Geller captured the attention of the world by bending a fork on television. What was so remarkable was that he claimed to do it using only the power of his mind. Despite repeated allegations of trickery, Geller is still determined to convince the world that he truly does possess superhuman powers. This film tells the fascinating story of a charismatic showman and his struggle for credibility and lasting fame - an enthralling tale of politicians and scientists, spies and aliens.
9 - 12, Academic/AP.
Streaming video file.
System requirements: FOD playback platform.
Closed-captioned.
Physical Description: 1 online resource (1 video file (49 min., 2 sec)) : sound.
Format: Streaming video file.
System requirements: FOD playback platform.
Audience: 9 - 12, Academic/AP.
Access: Access requires authentication through Films on Demand.