How North Korea's brick-breaking soldier video may have been faked

North Korea has attracted attention after releasing bizarre footage of a military show of force which shows troops being subject to gruelling tests of strength and pain.

But, according to professional magician Michael J Fitch, there may be more than meets the eye.

"It is impressive when you watch the video, but if the UK government wanted to produce this sort of video all they've got to do is literally go to a circus or a karate school and we could show even greater strength with children doing the same thing", the member of The Inner Magic Circle said.

In a video interview for The Telegraph, Mr Fitch weighs in on each of the stunts performed by the North Korean troops, and what sort of skills are truly needed to do them.

Watch the full analysis in the video above.

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