Genre: Drama/Crime

Runtime: 2hr 22min

Language: English

IMDb: 9.3/10

Rotten Tomatoes: 91%

Metacritic: 82%

Wikipedia: Link

Director: Frank Darabont

Cast

Morgan Freeman, Tim Robbins, Clancy Brown, Bob Gunton, William Sadler, Gil Bellows, Mark Rolston, James Whitmore

Plot

The Shawshank Redemption, directed by Frank Darabont, is a powerful drama based on Stephen King’s novella. It tells the story of Andy Dufresne (Tim Robbins), a banker wrongly convicted of murder and sentenced to life in Shawshank State Penitentiary. Inside the harsh prison, Andy forms a deep friendship with fellow inmate Ellis “Red” Redding (Morgan Freeman), who narrates the film.

As Andy endures the brutality of prison life, he uses his financial skills to win favor with the corrupt warden and fellow inmates. Over two decades, he quietly plans an escape, using his resourcefulness to tunnel his way to freedom. “The Shawshank Redemption” is a poignant tale of hope, friendship, and the indomitable human spirit, as it showcases the resilience and determination of the human soul even in the bleakest of circumstances. The film is celebrated for its brilliant performances and remains a beloved classic.