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Days of Wine and Roses (1962) Reviews

Days of Wine and Roses (1962)
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In this addiction melodrama, Joe Clay (Jack Lemmon), a promising adman, meet his future wife Kirsten (Lee Remick) at a party. Once married, the pressures of his business lead Joe to seek solace in liquor. Kirsten joins him in his nocturnal drinking sessions, and before long both are confirmed alcoholics. After several frightening episodes, Joe is able to shake the habit thanks to AA, but Kirsten finds it impossible to get through the day without liquor. The two split up, although Joe clings to the hope that someday he and Kirsten will be reunited, if for no reason other than the sake of their young daughter. J.P. Miller adapted the screenplay from his own 1958 Playhouse 90 television script. Though nominated in several categories, Days of Wine and Roses won only the Best Song Oscar for Henry Mancini's title tune. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi

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Starring:
Jack Lemmon, Lee Remick, (more)
Director(s):
Blake Edwards
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Maureen M.

This movie is an excellent portrayal of the way alcoholism blooms, it's joys and it's pleasures mixed with the illusion of happiness that makes it so difficult to realize the hard truth that everyone else sees so much sooner. As the viewer in the movie, we're waiting for the characters to recognize what we've known all along and wondering what tragedy awaits them next. Though in the end we're surprised at the turn their lives have taken.

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Andrew S.

This was an excellent film. Not only is the story well developed (and not predictable), but there is a great use of camera in many of the scenes. I don't this film would have had the impact it did if it had been in color. It's a great portrayal of what happens when alcohol gets in the way of two people who love each other.

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Gary G.

Take a girl that never drank, make her drink and then stop drinking yourself after she is hooked. That is the entire plot - but, it is such a great movie that it will make you cry. If you haven't seen this one - rent it right away!

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Maya W.

we really enjoyed this movie. the acting is great, the score and the cinematography were also done very well. i think that what makes this movie so good is the ending.

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Moses A.

This is a good movie for all people with alcohol problems to see. The acting by Jack Lemmon is fantastic. I did not in particular liked the ending; I thought it should have continued on with more story.

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Constance L.

I am 63 years old and I saw this movie when I was a teenager. I ended up drinking socially and still do but I am VERY careful not to overdo. This movie made a GREAT impact on my life! It could be updated but it is excellent for AA to show...frightening and very sad. Actually, a depressing but excellent movie. I think it is important for everyone to see.

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Barbara S.

Great Story. Great acting. Hard ending, but how true this can be in Real Life -

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Karen H.

this movie is excellent, very emotional

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Paula B.

I have watched this movie "TheDays Of Wine & Roses" so many times I can't even count. It is, & always will be, in my opinion Jack Lemmon & Lee Remick's greatest performances of their careers. Amazingly honest to the bone & filled with an agonizing, deep sadness about the disease of alcoholism! But it also depicts that there can be hope no matter how far down we go. They not only studied for these roles, they BECAME the charachters they played! God bless them for daring to do a story few people wanted to even whisper about back then, never mind shout it out on the rooftops!!! I will continue to watch it over & over until I am too old to see & hear!

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Jennifer K.

B&W film that shows the true life of alcoholics. Very true to life and realistic. Very good movie! Definately worth a watch!!!

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Maureen M.

This movie is an excellent portrayal of the way alcoholism blooms, it's joys and it's pleasures mixed with the illusion of happiness that makes it so difficult to realize the hard truth that everyone else sees so much sooner. As the viewer in the movie, we're waiting for the characters to recognize what we've known all along and wondering what tragedy awaits them next. Though in the end we're surprised at the turn their lives have taken.

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Andrew S.

This was an excellent film. Not only is the story well developed (and not predictable), but there is a great use of camera in many of the scenes. I don't this film would have had the impact it did if it had been in color. It's a great portrayal of what happens when alcohol gets in the way of two people who love each other.

Yes   |   No

 
Gary G.

Take a girl that never drank, make her drink and then stop drinking yourself after she is hooked. That is the entire plot - but, it is such a great movie that it will make you cry. If you haven't seen this one - rent it right away!

Yes   |   No

 
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