

An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge(1961)
During the American Civil War, a Southerner is about to be hanged from a bridge for sabotage when something unexpected happens.
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During the American Civil War, a Southerner is about to be hanged from a bridge for sabotage when something unexpected happens.
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1961-12-14
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