Tuesday Morning Ride
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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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1995
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Dianne Houston
- Screenplay & Story
- Dianne Houston
- Original Score
- Don Q. Hannah
- Original Title
- Tuesday Morning Ride
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 35m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Dianne Houston
Dianne Houston
Don Q. Hannah
Amy Vincent
Dody Dorn
Joy Ryan, Konda Mason, Jana Sue Memel, Peter Geiger
Department Leadership Roster
Dianne Houston
Director
Dianne Houston
Screenplay
Joy Ryan
Producer
Keith Brian Burns
Production Design
Francine Jamison-Tanchuck
Costume Design
Amy Vincent
Director of Photography
Peter Geiger
Producer
Dody Dorn
Editor
Don Q. Hannah
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tuesday Morning Ride
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What is Tuesday Morning Ride about?
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.
Who directed Tuesday Morning Ride?
Tuesday Morning Ride was directed by Dianne Houston.
Who stars in Tuesday Morning Ride?
The principal cast of Tuesday Morning Ride includes Vivian Bonnell, Bill Cobbs, Vondie Curtis-Hall, Ruby Dee, Erica Gimpel.
When was Tuesday Morning Ride released and how long is it?
Tuesday Morning Ride was released in 1995 with a total runtime of 35m.
Who composed the musical score for Tuesday Morning Ride?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Tuesday Morning Ride was composed by Don Q. Hannah.