The term 'VEHICLE FOR MICHAEL CAINE' can be summarized as 'Alfie', a five letter word. Alfie is a 1966 British romantic comedy-drama film directed by Lewis Gilbert and starring Michael Caine. The film follows the life of a Cockney womanizer, played by Caine, who spends his days in the company of women and drinking. The film was a critical and commercial success, and was nominated for several awards, including four Academy Awards.