Arsenic and Old Lace (film) Arsenic and Old Lace (film) Arsenic and Old Lace is a 1944 American dark comedy film directed by Frank Capra, starring Cary Grant, and based on Joseph Kesselring's play "Arsenic and Old Lace". The script adaptation was by Julius J. Epstein and Philip G. Epstein. Capra actually filmed the movie in 1941 because of star Cary Grant's availability, but it was not released until 1944, after the original stage version had finished its run on Broadway. The lead role of Mortimer Brewster was originally intended for Bob Hope, but he could not be released from his contract with Paramount Pictures.
Black Lace (band) jailed for six months for benefit fraud. While performing solo shows with Old Lace and filming the Walkers crisps ad, as well as working during the day as a van driver. he had been claiming disability benefit and had received £25,000 over a two-year period. After serving his sentence the ex-Black Lace singer, now works part time as a solo singer and DJ.to pay back his fraudulent claim. 2018.Dean Michaels performing with newly launched tribute group 'Black Lace Conga Party' Black Lace, (Gibb and King) are nominated for the prestigious 'Tenerife Entertainment Awards' Best Group. The group were famously lampooned