July 8, 1964 –
Probably Jerry Lewis‘ best directorial effort, The Patsy, premiered on this date. (This was Peter Lorre’s last film; he died four days after completing his role. Lorre hated the experience and death must have seems a welcome release.)
Richard Deacon plays a real person, the famous “tailor to the stars“, Sy Devore. Devore provided flamboyant suits for many Hollywood personalities including both Jerry Lewis and his former partner Dean Martin. However, the real Sy Devore looked nothing like Richard Deacon.
The Haus of Dcaligari 