Best film ever made?

Rating: 10/10 (22 November 2007)

One of my favourite films ever. I first saw the movie shortly after it came out, I was around 16 years old. I like to revisit it every year or so and it's still as fresh as ever. Although there are some unpleasant realities and strong language, for once I think they are justified and not overly emphasised.
Tim Robbins and Morgan Freeman are superb. You would think a film set mostly in a prison would be depressing, boring even. Not so. I always feel uplifted after watching it and the final scene never fails to bring a tear to my eye. I like it so much I bought two copies on DVD in case I lose one. This should be on everyone's "must see" list.