You should really make an effort to see The Lost Weekend. It was the 1946 Oscar for Best Picture and won three other awards that night, including Best Director for Billy Wilder. The film was a huge success and even if you find old movies to be unappealing you’re likely to find the subject matter here relatable enough that it will thrill you. If you’re not sure then you should check out The Lost Weekend videos and trailer. You can sample the action and see if you respond to the actors or what they’re doing. Chances are good you will.