So, recently I bought this DVD that had an episode from the Jerry Lewis Show. This show was a short-lived variety series that aired from September-December 1963. After watching this show, I can see why it was canceled after a few months - it was awful! The show was aired live; sometimes it was so slow-paced that I could barely watch it. The only entertaining part was when Jerry sang "improvisation opera" with his guest Patrice Munsel. Their chit-chat is rather funny too, but the singing in this clip begins at about 2:58. It is even funnier if you understand what she's saying in Italian to Jerry ("Say something!" "What do you think?" "Speak!"). And Jerry just jabbers back in Italianate drivel:
Although this next clip wasn't exactly funny, it was interesting to watch. One of the other guests on this episode was Cassius Clay (Muhammad Ali). I knew that this boxer was cocky and self-confident, but it's astounding to hear him rattle on and on about how he is "so great." Start watching this clip at about 1:38 to get an idea:
Other than these two brief sections, this show was exceptionally lame. If my sister C wants this DVD for her Jerry Lewis shrine, she's more than welcome to have it.
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My sister C pointed out another clip to me where Muhammad Ali goes off talking about his talents and abilities. This clip was supposed to be a celebrity roast for Dean Martin, but Muhammad Ali seemed more interested in talking about himself.
Any Jimmy Stewart fans might like to watch the rest of the clip (after Ali is escorted off the stage). He gives a very nice tribute to Dean.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QtR2W5ct0vc
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