Episode 103: The Lost Weekend (1945)
Episode description
This week, we review The Lost Weekend (1945), Billy Wilder’s groundbreaking psychological drama that dives deep into the harrowing struggle of alcoholism. Ray Milland delivers a career-defining performance as Don Birnam, a writer battling addiction over a destructive four-day binge in New York City. With its raw portrayal of dependency, self-destruction, and despair, this film was ahead of its time, winning four Academy Awards, including Best Picture.
🎲 Picked from the Oscar’s all-time best movie award list—does The Lost Weekend still pack a punch today, or has its impact faded over time? Listen now to find out!
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