Days of Wine and Roses
Your Vote:
Be the first to rate.
7.8 IMDB Rating 2,835 Views

Days of Wine and Roses

An alcoholic marries a young woman and systematically addicts her to booze so that they can share his "passion" together.

Details

il their addiction consumes them completely. Their once promising careers and stable life quickly disintegrate as they become completely dependent on alcohol. As the couple sinks deeper into their addiction, their relationship becomes strained and volatile.

Joe and Kirsten's journey portrays the destructive power of alcohol addiction and the devastating effects it can have on individuals and relationships. The film explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the desperate struggle to regain control of one's life.

Days of Wine and Roses is a gripping and emotional portrayal of addiction, showcasing the characters' constant battle to overcome their demons. Through powerful performances by Jack Lemmon and Lee Remick, viewers are taken on a heartbreaking and realistic journey of two individuals trapped in the depths of alcoholism.

Directed by Blake Edwards and released in 1962, the film received critical acclaim for its raw and honest depiction of addiction. It garnered several Academy Award nominations, including Best Actor for Jack Lemmon and Best Actress for Lee Remick. With its memorable performances and thought-provoking narrative, Days of Wine and Roses remains a classic film that shines a light on the devastating consequences of addiction.

Also Known As:

Days of Wine and Roses

Release Date:

04 Feb 1963

Writers:

J.P. Miller

Awards:

Won 1 Oscar. 10 wins & 13 nominations total