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The Lost Weekend

The Lost Weekend (1945)7.8 /10

Passed (US) · USA · English · 101 min · Jan 1946 · More  
Directed by:  Billy Wilder

Storyline:  Don, a talented but struggling writer, is an alcoholic on a desperate bender. After ten days of sobriety, he evades a planned weekend with his brother Wick, seeking solace in liquor. His cravings spiral, leading him into a four-day drinking spree. Flashbacks reveal how his addiction ruined his relationships, particularly with Helen, who loves him despite his self-destruction. As his situation worsens, Don must confront his demons.

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