The Amazing Mr. Arsh (2014)
The Amazing Mr. Ash is a documentary short that follows the life and times of Ashod Baboorian, a beloved and eccentric Chicago-area magician. Mr. Ash, along with his wife Bonnie, have owned and operated Ash's Magic Shop on Western Avenue since 1985. The business is a veritable landmark in the Lincoln Square neighborhood, and is one of the last remaining magic shops in the city. At 74 years old, Mr. Ash has a storied history as an Iraqi-Armenian emigrant, a US army draftee, a country-western singer, and of course as a world famous magician.
Director: Brian Gersten
Runtime: 12 min
Release Date: September 1, 2014
Cast
- Ashod Baboorian - Himself
- Bonnie Baboorian - Herself
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Brian Gersten
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Amazing Mr. Arsh about?
- The Amazing Mr. Ash is a documentary short that follows the life and times of Ashod Baboorian, a beloved and eccentric Chicago-area magician. Mr. Ash, along with his wife Bonnie, have owned and operated Ash's Magic Shop on Western Avenue since 1985. The business is a veritable landmark in the Lincoln Square neighborhood, and is one of the last remaining magic shops in the city. At 74 years old, Mr. Ash has a storied history as an Iraqi-Armenian emigrant, a US army draftee, a country-western singer, and of course as a world famous magician.
- Who directed The Amazing Mr. Arsh?
- The Amazing Mr. Arsh was directed by Brian Gersten.
- Who stars in The Amazing Mr. Arsh?
- The Amazing Mr. Arsh stars Ashod Baboorian, Bonnie Baboorian.
- How long is The Amazing Mr. Arsh?
- The Amazing Mr. Arsh has a runtime of 12m (12 minutes).