KRESKIN (George Kresge, 1935-2024). The Great Buck Howard Movie Memories. 2000s – 2010s. A collection of personal memorabilia relating to The Great Buck Howard (2008), the Tom Hanks-produced feature film loosely based on the life and career of mentalist George Kresge, better known as “The Amazing Kreskin". Includes a manuscript copy of Kreskin Confidential: The World's Greatest Mentalist Speaks Out, with closing credits of the 2008 film. Promotional photographs from the press run of the film are also included, featuring candid and posed shots with stars Tom and Collin Hanks, as well as John Malkovich, who portrays Buck Howard, the Kreskin-like character in the film. Together with a “Buck Howard" show poster and with red carpet photos of the era featuring other celebs, including Zack Galifianakis and Steve Carell from premieres, including Dinner for Schmucks (2010), where Kreskin is also referenced.