One of my own personal favorites

Rating: 10/10 (13 April 2007)

The Shawshank Redemption...where to begin? This is one of the best movies I've ever seen, it is an artistic masterpiece, both in story and it's visual elements.
I am a fan of the Stephen King short story from Different Seasons (if you have not read it, go out and do yourself a favor!), and I was very pleased with Frank Darabont's take on the story. It remains true to the story, and even improves it, I think.
The acting was also spectacular. Tim Robbins was phenomenal in the lead as Andy Dusfrene. He plays a great confident and quiet man, who has a hope, even when everything is stripped from him (the short story was in the section: 'Hope Springs Eternal').
Morgan Freeman is also great in this film. One of Frank Darabont (or is casting director) great improvements to the film. In the story, Red, who Morgan Freeman plays superbly, is an Irish white man. I like it a lot better with Morgan Freeman. I can't imagine anyone else. And I cannot forget about the supporting cast. This film didn't have a bad performance.
I really recommend that you see this. It is a cinematic masterpiece that will please anyone who has a heart. Please, do yourself a favor and see this great film by the great Frank Darabont!