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Pee-Wee's Big Adventure which opens today relies solely on its star for laughs, and his TV routine buckles under the weight. Played by Los Angeles com(...)
Pee-Wee's Big Adventure which opens today relies solely on its star for laughs, and his TV routine buckles under the weight. Played by Los Angeles com(...)

Pee-Wee's Big Adventure which opens today relies solely on its star for laughs, and his TV routine buckles under the weight. Played by Los Angeles com(...)

Date8/6/1985
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Original Toronto Star caption: Pee-Wee's Big Adventure which opens today relies solely on its star for laughs, and his TV routine buckles under the weight. Played by Los Angeles comic Paul Reubens, Pee-Wee Herman has achieved, at best, a cult following largely south of the border thanks to regular appearances on David Letterman's Late Night TV show.
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    ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives
    CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive
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    Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)
    Object NumberTSPA_0076022F
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