Tuesday Morning Ride

The read

It runs a compact 35m.

Synopsis

Tuesday Morning Ride is based on the short story "A Summer Tragedy" by Arna Bontemps, a Harlem Renaissance writer. Set in the 1930s, the story depicts an old man and woman -- he a stroke victim, she blind -- who feel they have nothing to live for since their children do not visit. They decide to put on their finest clothing and take a final ride in their car -- with no turning back. The film was nominated for an Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film.

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Key crew

• Dianne HoustonDirector
• Dianne HoustonScreenplay
• Don Q. HannahOriginal Music Composer

Cast

• Vivian BonnellDelia
• Bill CobbsJeff
• Vondie Curtis-HallCarver
• Ruby DeeJennie
• Erica GimpelModine
• Cree SummerSherry

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