The Shawshank Redemption
The Shawshank Redemption
Chronicles the experiences of a formerly successful banker as a prisoner in the gloomy jailhouse of Shawshank after being found guilty of a crime he did not commit. The film portrays the man's unique way of dealing with his new, torturous life; along the way he befriends a number of fellow prisoners, most notably a wise long-term inmate named Red.
tellum reviewedAugust 17, 2025
The reason many say this is the best movie of all time, myself included, is because of the emotional connection to the story. It is about overcoming extreme struggle for the sake of hope and friendship, and the way the story is told is both heartbreaking and inspiring.