Shawshank’s Redemption (1994)
Shawshank’s Redemption (1994)
The Shawshank Redemption (1994) is a critically acclaimed drama film directed by Frank Darabont, based on the short novel Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption by Stephen King. The film stars Tim Robbins as Andy Dufresne, a banker wrongfully imprisoned for the murder of his wife and her lover, and Morgan Freeman as Ellis “Red” Redding, a fellow prisoner who becomes a friend. Andy’s body.
Set in the fictional Shawshank State Prison, the story explores themes of hope, redemption, friendship, and resilience. Despite his grim circumstances, Andy never lost hope, quietly planning his escape while also helping his fellow inmates and prison authorities.