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Slapstick Superstars: What Makes the French Laugh

What do the French like about Jerry Lewis? What do Adam Sandler, Steve Carell and Eddie Murphy owe the French? These and other questions about comedic techniques used in French cinema over the years are discussed in a laughter-inducing presentation at 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 9; free. A light reception follows.