Now I finally understand why it is a classic. I am sure I will revisiting the Shawshank Redemption in the future. Of course, this is necessary for a book-to-movie adaptation.Īs always, Stephen King never fails to impress. Sure, the movie does make a changes to help with the narrative: Andy escapes earlier on (19 years versus 27 years), Warden Norton is there the entire time, and Andy seems just a tad more likeable, plus a few other aspects (which could be considered spoilers). The movie is just as good as the book (if not a little bit better). Having watched the movie and read the book in the same day, I was able to make a few notes. I managed to read this book in one sitting, and to be frank, I was almost sad when it was over.Īt least I was able to pick up the movie right after. King has this way of drawing readers into his mind, and despite the 100 pages that tell the story of the Shawshank Redemption, I had no problem understanding the characters and their personalities. Of course, as with a lot of Stephen King’s writing, I wasn’t disappointed. I think this is a good thing: I was able to look at the story objectively, unsure how each piece of the puzzle came together. This was the first time I met Red, Andy, and Warden Norton, so I had no basis in which to compare the book. While I was aware of the ending from popular culture, I managed to read most of the book blind.

It might come as a surprise, but I never actually watched the movie (in full) of The Shawshank Redemption. You are losing any shred of credibility you had, you fking fools. Actor Tim Robbins had some harsh words for the media and his own political party for remaining silent while the First Amendment is under attack. Will Shawshank break Andy? Or will he get out? Shawshank Redemption Star Unloads on Media for Hiding Government Censorship. Because of this, Red isn’t sure what to think of Andy at first his odd interests and calm demeanor seem unwavering. But Andy holds his own: he says he is innocent, even as he is shipped off to Shawshank Prison and becomes acquainted with long-time inmate Red, he maintains his innocence. All the details add up: he was angry with his wife for cheating, he drove to the house that night, and he conveniently got rid of the gun. The jury, the verdict is a no brainer: Andy shows little emotion, is blunt, and is calculating. Andy Dufresne has been accused of murdering his wife and her lover in a gruesome murder involving over eight bullets.

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