The Shawshank Redemption

The Shawshank Redemption

At a glance:
Score: 9.5/10 (10 being the highest)
Genre: Drama
Director: Frank Darabont
Andy Dufresne: Tim Robbins
Ellis Boyd Redding: Morgan Freeman
Warden Norton: Bob Gunton

All I can say for this movie is wow! The Shawshank Redemption is purely mesmerizing and something I would highly recommend, but should be seen more than once to get the full meaning. It seems to be the story of Andy Dufresne surviving in prison and eventually escaping, but it is really the story of how Andy influenced Ellis Boyd Redding.

This movie is a movie about hope. Throughout the whole movie you pity Andy because he is raped, harassed, and abused, but he does not lose hope. He perseveres and eventually escapes prison with money he helped the warden embezzle. You learn the power of hope and how it can change your life from Andy’s story.

I did not notice any weak spots throughout the movie. The acting, direction, and everything else was good. The only thing I questioned was Morgan Freeman playing one of the experienced prisoners. I am not saying that he did not do a good job, he did a fine job, but it is not the type of character I picture Morgan Freeman portraying.

The Shawshank Redemption is great movie and should be watched by everyone, especially those who are down in the dumps, because it will raise your spirits.