I've seen the French version numerous times since I taught the story to my middle school students. Each time, it gives me chills. This one is pretty much fluffed up. First of all, the guy is being hanged but the writers feel they have to add about five minutes explaining what he did and showing his capture. When he falls, noose around his neck, we have a long, tedious effort on his part to escape his executioners. This is realistic but it is never ending. He meets a man; I'm sure he is a slave from his big mansion. The guy keeps singing the same things over and over as they move toward the big house. When the end comes it's as much a relief to the viewer as the poor guy. This version just seemed dull and lacking in suspense.
Review of An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge
