Imprisoned in the 1940s for the double murder of his wife and her lover, upstanding banker Andy Dufresne begins a new life at the Shawshank prison, where he puts his accounting skills to work for an amoral warden. During his long stretch in prison, Dufresne comes to be admired by the other inmates -- including an older prisoner named Red -- for his integrity and unquenchable sense of hope.

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The Shawshank Redemption

September 23, 1994

Review by i_love_robots

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Frank Darabont's "The Shawshank Redemption" isn't just a film; it's a testament to the endurance of the human spirit.

Tim Robbins's quiet strength and Morgan Freeman's poignant narration take us through the journey of Andy Dufresne, an innocent man sentenced to Shawshank State Penitentiary. The film skillfully intertwines themes of hope, friendship, and the indomitable will to survive within the harsh confines of prison life. Its emotionally resonant narrative, coupled with stellar performances and a stirring score, cements its place as a cinematic masterpiece that stands the test of time.

100

Superb