Truly heart-warming and inspirational.

Rating: 10/10 (20 October 2013)

What more can you ask for? A spectacular cast, a gripping score and a strong plot all contribute this film's massive success. Easily Frank Darabont's greatest achievement, The Shawshank Redemption creates so much atmosphere, and forces you to feel a whole spectrum of emotions not explored in most films. Although sometimes exaggerated (as to be expected from a Stephen King source), the film deals without a lot of serious themes from the outset. The eventual revelation of Andy's wrongful conviction is a great turning point in the story, and gives us even more of a reason to root for our protagonist. Overall, the direction and acting are masterful, with such power put into Thomas Newman's score to send shivers through your body, there's not much else to expect from this movie: A triumph!