It was actually the other way around. Lewis was a smart, shrewd guy. Playing the fool is what made their act a hit and allowed Martin to become a popular singer.
Lewis was also a natural film director. His films are technically impeccable.
[It was actually the other way around. Lewis was a smart, shrewd guy. Playing the fool is what made their act a hit and allowed Martin to become a popular singer.]
Pretty much like Abbott and Costello.