The Shawshank Redemption (1994)

there’s so much to learn about life from the shawshank redemption but the part that stayed with me the most was brooks getting his parole. after spending so many years inside, the world outside had completely changed. time had moved on without him, and he no longer knew how to fit into it. that scene really showed me how deeply isolation can affect someone. what hurt even more was seeing that he had no one to really lean on or help him adjust. he deserved better than the way his story ended. it’s a beautiful reminder that time doesn’t stop for anyone.…

When I went to see this movie, I knew absolutely nothing about it. I hadn’t seen a preview, and honestly, I hadn’t even heard of it. By the time the credits rolled, it had become one of my favorites. I fell in love with the story, the music, and every character. It was brilliantly done, and I couldn’t believe it was a Stephen King movie. This one will never fall out of my top five.

First time seeing this after having it on my list for decades. Now THIS movie lived up to the hype. They don't make movies like this anymore. This is real, relatable, yet still make believe enough to know its a movie. VERY well done.