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Decoder Ring | Jerry Lewis’ Lost Holocaust Clown Movie

Slow Burn

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The Paradox of Timing in Comedy and Tragedy

This chapter delves into Jerry Lewis's provocative film that humorously addresses clowning in a concentration camp, raising questions about the appropriateness of humor in delicate subjects. It contrasts the mixed reception of Lewis's work with a later acclaimed film, illustrating the challenges of comedic storytelling in historical narratives.

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