An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge

Set during the American Civil War, this film follows the story of a Confederate sympathizer who faces execution by hanging from a railroad bridge. As the noose tightens, he experiences a vivid escape fantasy, leading to a gripping exploration of time and reality. Directed by Robert Enrico, the film is renowned for its innovative narrative structure and won the Academy Award for Best Live Action Short Film. It is based on the short story by Ambrose Bierce and is noted for its hauntingly atmospheric cinematography. For those interested, the film can be viewed for free on Soap2day.