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Decoder Ring | Jerry Lewis’ Lost Holocaust Clown Movie

Slow Burn

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The Controversial Legacy of Jerry Lewis

This chapter explores Jerry Lewis's ambitious yet troubled film project, 'The Day the Clown Cried,' which aimed to portray the Holocaust through a clown's lens. It details Lewis's struggles with production challenges, creative obstacles, and the ensuing public backlash, ultimately revealing the film's unexpected journey into cult status.

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