A tremendous movie that was out in theatres, they have done a wonderfful job re-mastering the sound and graphics. The movie is so true to life, about the disease of alcoholism, in someway or another, after counseling families, the alcoholic or addict by the thousands. They have hit the nail on the head!! The reason to me it is the story of the scenes behind Alcoholism is the fact that Alcoholics Anonymous members, helped in the story and added much input. Today now some fourty seven years later, in real life it is still the same story that is going on in households today by the 100,000 estimated, that are considered chronic. Needless to say, The movie was excellent and in my field of work, I can not believe that I have not viewed it before, many told me about it or quoted lines out of it!!!! Don't miss this one get yourself a re-mastered DVD of the old classic, many are available right here on ebay. May God bless you all, Dr. Bryan G HowardRead full review
I love this movie. It's really old but it's great. I think this movie characterizes the disorder (alcoholism) very well, analyzing the concept, symptoms, consequences and treatment very clearly. Furthermore, the role of the professionals was also well exemplified. The characters met all the criteria necessary for the diagnosis.Excellent actors! I bought it because I need it for a school project.
Jack Lemmon and Lee Remick were at the top of their game, this is a classic and in black in white too, oh yeah! They don't make em like this anymore. Charles Bickford was powerful as well and you could feel his pain at the realization of seeing his daughters descent into alcoholism. He had every right to be angry, she never "touched a drop" until she met Joe Clay (Jack Lemmon). I could not understand the connection that Jack Klugman made between being passionate about eating chocolate and being a potential alcoholic. Still I love this movie. The performances were all topnotch!!!
I knew about this movie when it first came out in 1962. Filmed in black and white. It touched me then and it touched me now. They just don't make movies like this anymore. Great plot, great acting. Perfect for anyone that is touched by alcoholism in their family or working with such. It's important to know the past to break the chain. Jack Lemmon was perfect! This movie is not for the tender heart that can't take a reality check!! We all have choices and only we can change our destiny. Highly recommended.
A wonderfuly depressing story about a couple who's life and relationship are destroyed by substance abuse. It's entertaining enough to be enjoyed by anyone and yet realistic enough to be enjoyed by people who have been there.
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Good movie with a great cast, who tell a poignant story about one of life's lessons.
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one of the finest movies about addiction ever made!!
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Great emotional movie. Lots of truth for now and way into the future
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I first saw this movie when I was in my early 20's. It still plaques me as to the association between chocolate and alcholism. Oh well, been there, done that. Came out alive and well. My mate did not. Different situation with us. I know that he is looking down from heaven watching our for his family. This a good movie for teenagers to see. You would think it will teach you a lesson in life. Wish it does!!!!!!!!!! Cath002
Well spoken; well delivered. Thank you
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