Tuesday Morning Ride (1995)

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.

Released Jan. 1, 1995 35 min None+

Genres: Drama, Short

Keywords: tmdb.woman-director, mdblist.imdb-short, awards.oscar-nominated

Country: United States
Languages: English