Shawshank Redemption directed by Frank Darabont, the cream of the crop as it is a brilliantly thought out and presented film that uses acting and an intelligently directed plot to entice the viewer. The film features Tim Robbins, as Andy Dufresne, and Morgan Freeman as Red. Freeman’s silky smooth narrating makes the film all the more better. Shawshank is deeper than most films; about continuity in a lifetime, based on friendship and hope. Shawshank Redemption is a slow
One person in To Kill a Mockingbird who radiated hope for a small town, Morgan Freeman. This gracious man did not like the fact that this community had separate proms based on race. Freeman took initiative and proposed an idea to a High school in Charleston, Mississippi, the proposal was he would pay for an integrated prom if they have one. Freeman’s thoughts about separate proms
Robbins plays it strongly. Whereas, Freeman plays Red. He is described as a red-headed Irishman by King, although, it really doesn’t matter that in the film he isn’t, as Freeman did an impressive performance. It was very moving and it’s a reason to wish Red had more of a range to his role. As well as the acting, the soft and soothing voice-overs of Red throughout the film, breathes life into every scene. If you ever want a lucrative voice-over career, ask Morgan Freeman to teach you! The actors of the
also saves Reds life when he confides in him about the box buried underneath the oak tree. This profound exchange provokes true emotions, touching the hearts of its viewer denoting the film as one of the best ever made. Tim Robbins (Andy) and Morgan Freeman (Red) are both outstanding in their roles making this movie number one on IMDp’s list. Although lengthy at one hundred and forty minutes, The Shawshank Redemption is a must see movie for the upcoming holidays. It’s themes and memorable characters
is a prison movie that is based on a book by Stephen King and directed by Frank Darabont. The movie is not the average bloody horror movie; instead, it takes you to a place where your worst nightmares come alive. The tremendous performance by Morgan Freeman and other actors has truly brought this film to life. The emotions characters portrayed were so real that every one could feel compassion toward them. The Shawshank Redemption, a contribution to the working man, illustrates the dark side of the
Shawshank Redemption The movie the Shawshank Redemption, based on the book by Steven King, I believe is one of the best movies ever made. The portrayal of prison life in the movie is the best I have seen and a star-studded cast including Morgan Freeman supports the characters and brings to life the everyday struggles of life behind bars. In this paper I will relate topics from class to the movie and discuss information we have learned through out the semester. One of the best things about
to an individual by God. Mysticism is a very important part of Christianity because we never really obtain any proof that God exists. We just have to believe. Bruce finally gets fed up with his life and asks God to reveal himself, and when Morgan Freeman “God” reveals himself Bruce is in denial and does not believe that he is God. “Thus God is
Shawshank Redemption was directed and written by Frank Darabont who adapted horror master Stephen King's 1982 novel Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption. This films main characters consisted ofAndy Dufresne (Tim Robbins), Boyd Ellis Redding Red (Morgan Freeman), The Warden (Bill Gunton), Hadley (Clancy Brown) and Brooks played by James Whitmore. The Warner Brothers film, Murder in the First was inspired by the true story of Alcatraz inmate Henry Young. The film is generally fiction, but portrays
happening in his life. He is upset with God and claims that he is actually the Devil. Morgan Freeman, who is the actor playing the human version of God, calls Carrey to come to meet him and give him the power of being God for a week. Carrey does not understand at first, but over time sees the hardship and responsibility Freeman endures each day. By the end of the film, Carrey fully appreciates everything Freeman does for him and has full faith in God again. One of the main Christian ideas in the
Nationalities in society today have a stereotype that they are unfortunately characterized by. People assume that Asians are smart and good at martial arts, that the Irish swear too much and consume too much alcohol, that Americans are obese and lazy, and that African Americans are criminals into drugs and are in prison. These stereotypes make everyone of one nationality to be the same as individuals. There are, of course, people who fit the stereotype, which is how the stereotype came to be, but
interesting and when they are combined they create a very fascinating plot which looks at prison life in a interesting and different perspective than one normally thinks. The main characters are Andy Dufrense (Tim Robbins) and Eliss "Red" Redding (Morgan Freeman). These characters are well complimented by the wise and simple old man, Brooks (James Whitmore), and the evil warden. The personalities of the Shawshank prison combined to form a sort of community. One never really thinks of a prison as such
rated number one movie on iMDB and was voted the must see movie before you die. Behind the harsh prison life is the amazing, captivating story of Andy Dufrense played by Tim Robbins. The Shawshank Redemption directed by Frank Darabont staring Morgan Freeman as "Red" and actor Tim Robbins as Andy Dufrense is a movie about Andy being sentenced to two life sentences back to back after being accused of murdering his wife after suspicion of an affair. Throughout the film the friendship between the two
underprivileged inner city school of Eastside High into shape to avoid being run by the state as opposed to the local school board. This movie brought about the controversial character of Mr. Joe Clark was played by Morgan Freeman. This film was released on March 3, 1989. Lean on Me was Morgan Freeman’s first major motion picture film where he stars as the lead role. This movie is loosely centered on Joe Clark, a real life principal from Paterson, New Jersey, who, just as the fictional character of Mr
it apart from other movies. Shawshank Redemption is a movie based in Massachusetts, during the mid 1950’s. Directed by Frank Darabont, Shawshank Redemption is a masterpiece in melding music with video. Starring Tim Robbins as Andy Dufresne and Morgan Freeman as ‘Red’ Redding. Andy has recently been convicted of murdering his wife. Andy is a former banker and ‘Red’ is a lifer in prison who’s been in the system all his life. These two men become unlikely companions in a tale of loyalty, friendship,
segregated proms -- a white prom and a black prom. In the documentary you see the students worried about the prom, their parents reactions and their future .In 1997, actor Morgan Freeman, a citizen of Charleston, offered to fund the prom if the school had one integrated prom. His offer was ignored. Ten years later, in 2008, Freeman generously offered again. This is where the story begins. In many parts of America, people would find it impossible to believe that this film is depicting real events happening
imprisoned convicted murderers. Andy Dufresne (Tim Robbins), is innocent, however. Convicted of killing his wife and her lover (a crime for which he clearly had a strong motive), he really "didn't do". Of course, as his jailbird friend "Red" (Morgan Freeman) puts it, "Everybody in here is innocent." Well, Red is "the only guilty man" in Shawshank Prison. As their friendship develops, Andy learns the ropes of prison. Meanwhile, the warden (Bob Gunton) decides that Andy, a well- educated former banker
The Shawshank Redemption Questions What did you think of the quality of prison life? Which conditions did you consider unacceptable? Why? I actually thought the prisoners had a lot of freedom, considering prisoners were trading, betting items, as well as, smuggling items in. It seemed like a decent place to spend out your days if you were a convicted criminal. In regards to what I found appealing; solitary confinement is a topic I feel very strongly about. I believe it is one of the cruelest punishments
already this is appealing due to it being a well known brand so one could arguably link that to other well known and good movies produced by the same company. Additionally the creators have also used world known actors such as Tom Robbins and Morgan Freeman which is encouraging because logically the movie must be good if there are good actors. The order of the scenes are also not in chronological order so it makes the movie appear more jumpy and impulsive because its not in a linear sequence
but he has just been convicted and must serve two life sentences at the Shawshank State Penitentiary where his life begins a momentous change. Upon arriving to the Shawshank State Penitentiary Andy befriends Ellis “Red” Redding, played by Morgan Freeman, who is also serving a life sentence for the crime he committed. Red is the Inside man who can procure just about anything imaginable item for anyone inside the Penitentiary, we later find out exactly just how Andy employs his friendship to
Leadership “If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more, and become more, you are a leader,” (Adams). A leader is a person with the ability to comfort somebody through any task. He or she can make a person trust them whole heartedly. They make people believe in their cause. There are only a few exceptional people that can affect the world on such a massive level that it leaves you in awe, and Nelson Mandela is one of those few exceptional people. He is one of those people