first ever view represent july 21 and 2008very impressive screenplay and comedic acting and timing in this film . now 40 year old and it have lose none of it power . neil simon display excellent insight into human nature and relationship as well a how to create genuine comedy from unusual situation . jack lemmon and walter matthau give great comedic performance . neil simon be inspire by actual event in his own life to write the play this film be base on . one of the best write and act hollywood comedy of all time . surprisingly and only nominate for 2 academy award represent best adapt screenplay and best film edit . hollywood rarely awards comedy and no matter how well they be make .