I came in to Shawshank Redemption with high expectations and I was still blown away. The poignant tale of convicted murderer Andy Dufresne (Tim Robbins) and his struggles inside Shawshank State Prison, and his frienship with con-man Ellis 'Red' Redding (Morgan Freeman) is truly inspired.
The film sets the tone very well within the first 10 minutes: Andy has been convicted of murdering his ex-wife and the man she ran away with. Even though he pleads his innocence perpetually, Andy is convicted and sentenced to two life sentences inside Shawshank Prison. The prision is brutal; inmates are beaten, starved and worked to the point of collapse. Only the strong survive. But Andy is a smart banker and before long, he is put to work by the corrupt warden (Bob Gunton) in an illicit money laundering scheme.
Along with fantastic performances and relationships, Shawshank also has a plot that will keep you guessing at every turn. This movie has climbed the ranks of my Favourite Movie List.
9.5 out of 10
This is a terrific review. Well done Dom Willard
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