Review of The Lost Weekend (1945) by David W — 20 Feb 2017

The Lost Weekend is grim and disturbing for it's Time, but great score and Ray Milland's performance as a alcoholic make a tight drama.

This review of The Lost Weekend (1945) was written by David W on 20 Feb 2017.

The Lost Weekend has generally received very positive reviews.

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