Episode 103: The Lost Weekend (1945)

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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