The Best Billy Wilder Films (OLLI)

Billy Wilder was one of the best writer-directors in film history, having won numerous awards for both writing and directing. His films ran the gamut from film noir of Double Indemnity to the gender-bending farce of Some Like It Hot.  In this course, we will view and discuss some of his most notable films, including those mentioned as well as Sunset Boulevard and The Apartment. Students will view the movie in the auditorium, where the instructor will provide a brief introduction. After a break, the class will move to a classroom, where the instructor will provide information about the making of the film and lead a discussion.