In 1962 this French film short won the Grand Prix at Cannes. Based on a short story by Ambrose Bierce (1842-1913), it succeeded in recreating the atmosphere of the American Civil War as well as Bierce’s own particular tone. Written and directed by R obert Enrico. In the Midst of Life Trilogy (see also " Chickamagua, " AV #84534 and " The Mockingbird, " AV #7173).