About this episode

The episode discusses Billy Wilder's film about a man's struggles with alcoholism and the lies he tells to those around him.

Billy Wilder tells the story of a man’s (Ray Milland) alcoholic weekend, and the lies he tells to family and friends about his drinking. Surprisingly gritty and emotional for the era, and photography that heightens the mood. Also, Jane Wyman, Philip Terry, and Frank Faylen again....

Topics covered

• Billy Wilder
• alcoholism
• family
• emotional storytelling

Keywords

• Ray Milland
• Jane Wyman
• Philip Terry
• Frank Faylen

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