Buddy Buddy is a 1981 film directed by Billy Wilder. The film is a dark comedy that follows the misadventures of two very different men who are forced to share a hotel room and support each other during moments of crisis. 

Plot

The film's protagonist is Victor Clooney (played by Jack Lemmon), a neurotic and suicidal office worker who is trying to carry out his suicide plan in the hotel room. However, his attempts are constantly interrupted by a series of unfortunate circumstances and by a hitman named Trabucco (played by Walter Matthau).

Trabucco is trying to assassinate a judge, but each of his attempts is thwarted due to Victor's interference. Eventually, Victor and Trabucco find themselves sharing the same hotel room and trying to overcome their personal difficulties.

The plot unfolds in a series of comedic and surreal situations as the two men try to figure out how to get out of their troubles. The comedy is characterized by Billy Wilder's typical wit and the chemistry between Jack Lemmon and Walter Matthau, who had previously starred together in successful films.

"Buddy Buddy" is a dark comedy that addresses themes of personal crisis and unlikely relationships with a touch of dark humor.

Director: Billy Wilder

Writers: Billy Wilder and I.A.L. Diamond

Producers: Billy Wilder and Jay Weston

Music: Lalo Schifrin

Cinematographer: Harry Stradling Jr.

Main Cast:

• Jack Lemmon as Victor Clooney
• Walter Matthau as Trabucco
• Paula Prentiss as Celia Clooney
• Klaus Kinski as Dr. Hugo Zuckerbrot
• Dana Elcar as Eddie

Major Awards: The film did not win major Oscars.

Box Office Gross: The film collected approximately $7,000,000 at the box office.

Critical Reception: The film is known for its dark humor and the performances of Lemmon and Matthau. Although it did not win major Oscars, the film was appreciated by critics for its humor and the talent of its leading actors. However, it achieved a moderate box office result.