Elaine May directed the 1971 black screwball comedy, what's the title?
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"A New Leaf," Elaine May's directorial debut, is a classic black screwball comedy from 1971. It stars Walter Matthau as Henry Graham, a wealthy playboy who, upon losing his fortune, hatches a plan to marry a wealthy heiress (Elaine May) for her money. The film is a witty and satirical take on class, wealth, and relationships, and is considered one of the best comedies of the 1970s.
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