Tuesday Morning Ride

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.