a woman's point of view

Rating: 10/10 (1 October 2000)

To say that The Shawshank Redemption is an exquisite piece of film-work doesn't even begin to scratch the surface of how this film can and will affect those that choose to view it. Yes, some points are brought violently to the surface, yet throughout Shawshank, there is a subtlety to the relationships between all of the characters, not just the lead roles. I have read a copy of the original screenplay, and although many "adjustments" were made by Frank Darabont, I honestly believe that absolutely nothing could be added or even taken away to improve this work in any way. And as strange as it may seem to my friends who ask, yes, being a woman, The Shawshank Redemption is my favorite film of all time. And yes, "hope is a good thing, maybe the best of things..."