the ultimate tale of hope in the face of adversity

Rating: 10/10 (16 September 2001)

Shawshank needs to be watched more than once to fully appreciate it. This is a story that is so disparaging at times you want to cry for the character, its so totally immersing that by the end, you feel everything that they feel and along with the happy ending, is laced the whole tragic waste of life that leaves you feeling sad as well. The film itself is simply the finest piece of film making in history. There are no self-indulgent filming techniques used, no abstract elements to the story and the acting is sincere.
Based on a story by Stephen King, your getting a character driven story that is acted superbly, the part of Red, played by Morgan Freeman could not have been cast any better, he is utterly superb, as is Andy, played by Tim Robbins and the rest of the supporting cast.
If you haven't seen this film, shame on you! You owe it to yourself..