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Alfie

Alfie is a 1966 film which tells the story of a young man whose life consists of running from woman to woman, until several life reversals make him rethink his lifestyle. It star Michael Caine, Shelley Winters, Millicent Martin, Vivien Merchant, Jane Asher and Denholm Elliott.

The movie was adapted by Bill Naughton from his play, and was directed by Lewis Gilbert.

It was nominated for Academy Awards for Best Actor in a Leading Role (Michael Caine), Best Actress in a Supporting Role (Vivien Merchant), Best Music, Song (Burt Bacharach and Hal David for Alfie), Best Picture and Best Writing, Screenplay Based on Material from Another Medium.