"Days of Wine and Roses" is a 1962 film directed by Blake Edwards, based on a teleplay by J.P. Miller. The story follows the tumultuous relationship between a couple, Joe and Kristen, as they navigate the challenges of love and addiction. The film explores themes of alcoholism and the impact it has on personal relationships. The title refers to a line from the poem "The Days of Wine and Roses" by Ernest Dowson, symbolizing fleeting happiness and the bittersweet nature of life. The film received critical acclaim and won several awards, including an Academy Award for Best Actor for Jack Lemmon.