Captivating

Rating: 10/10 (4 April 2004)

I would only put this movie behind the LOTR trilogy (I consider them one movie). It is a great tale and even though you know something good will happen, you don't know exactly how, though when looking back it was pretty clear. I value movies by how entertaining and captivating they are. This one was both. Many people like to put on their "film-maker" hats too much. This movie doesn't really show great symbolism or tricky camera work. Its just a very good story with very good acting. Tim Robbins and Morgan Freeman are unreal, and all the supporting characters (Brooks, the prison guards, etc.) make the film complete. It took my a long time to see this movie, even though its on TNT and TBS like every weekend. I must say I was thrilled. Just excellent. 10/10 easy.