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Almost two decades ago, legendary comedian made an impressive dramatic turn starring with Robert DeNiro in "The King of Comedy." About the same time, the former partner of Dean Martin was equally riveting in a story arc on TV's "Wiseguy". Surprisingly, Lewis's forays into drama have been limited; thus, his guest star turn on "SVU" was cause for celebration.He handles the role of the dementia-laden uncle of John Munch (Richard Belzer) quite well, going from pre-medicated individual to "recoverer" with ease. Though the plot inconsistencies detract a bit from the overall story (How did he manage to make it to New York from his Florida retirement village? How does he elude his nephew in order to physically attack a suspect?), Lewis's performance, appropriately manically depressive, as well as spontaneous, is Emmy-worthy.Perhaps, it is a bit of "stunt casting", but it's the type that works.
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