The Houdini Water Torture Cell
GPTKB entity
Statements (67)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:illusion
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| gptkbp:challenges |
the performer
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| gptkbp:features |
a glass tank
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| gptkbp:first_performance |
1912
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| gptkbp:has_been |
featured in films
recreated by other magicians |
| gptkbp:has_influenced |
modern escape acts
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| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
The Houdini Water Torture Cell
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| gptkbp:invention |
gptkb:Harry_Houdini
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| gptkbp:involves |
submersion in water
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| gptkbp:is_associated_with |
gptkb:mystery
gptkb:theatrical_performances magic shows |
| gptkbp:is_considered |
a test of skill
a thrilling experience a benchmark for escape artists a classic magic trick a legendary act a rite of passage for escape artists one of Houdini's signature tricks |
| gptkbp:is_criticized_for |
its danger to performers
|
| gptkbp:is_documented_in |
magic documentaries
magic history books biographies of Houdini Houdini's writings |
| gptkbp:is_inspired_by |
historical torture methods
|
| gptkbp:is_known_for |
its historical significance
its elaborate design its iconic status its psychological impact its dramatic presentation high level of danger its suspenseful nature |
| gptkbp:is_part_of |
magic competitions
Houdini's legacy Houdini's repertoire Houdini's stage acts |
| gptkbp:is_popular_in |
the 20th century
|
| gptkbp:is_recreated |
in television shows
|
| gptkbp:is_set_in |
a large tank
|
| gptkbp:performed_in |
in various locations
in various cultures in various formats in theaters in various venues in various adaptations underwater in competitions in live performances in front of an audience with audience participation with audience engagement in magic festivals with a countdown timer with a dramatic climax with a dramatic entrance. with a dramatic narrative with a dramatic reveal with a dramatic soundtrack with a safety team with dramatic lighting with elaborate setups |
| gptkbp:requires |
gptkb:Cafeteria
breath control |
| gptkbp:uses |
gptkb:prison
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Harry_Houdini
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
5
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