*A MASTERPIECE* The Shawshank Redemption (1994) | First Time Watching | (reaction/review)

[@gallo162]

"some birds arent meant to be caged. their feathers are just too bright." best quote ever.

[@netzombiee646]

A piece of trivia ... The actor who played the main guard, Capt. Hadley, is Clancey Brown ... He is also the voice of Mr. Krabbs on Spongebob.

[@natashka8880]

Because you cried, I'm subscribing! I saw this film at a press screening weeks before it was released. Ten minutes later, I was in an elevator with tears still in my eyes...and who walked in? Tim Robbins. The entire ride up, I kept telling him over and over again how incredible the film was. I almost hugged him.

[@RhetoricalThrill]

"He has very long-term sorts of goals." I thought, "you don't know the half of it!" 🤣 The end of this movie is so cathartic and so joyful. Back when I had regular tv, it used to play fairly often, and if I came across it, I would finish it no matter where it was. It's endlessly rewatchable, and I love seeing the little things that take on new meaning, like Andy's face when the warden is holding his Bible. You see he's nervous but when you know that's where he's hidden his rock hammer, you go back and realize he's actually TERRIFIED.

[@jeanniepiller3421]

I like how Andy placed the rock hammer on the first page of Exodus.

[@Timmycoo]

This is my favorite movie of all time. Also, you should pay attention to the passages that the warden and Andy give to each other. They are worthy of praise. The Tommy arc gutted me to the core when I first watched it, right after he qualified for his GED and had a kid. The ending always makes me smile. Great casting choices for this movie.

[@practicaldreamyr]

So glad you got to watch this beautiful film! Andy's such a great character; not only did he plan his escape/revenge so skillfully, but he kept it a secret for YEARS, even from his best friend, to ensure that no one else would be implicated if he ended up getting caught. He knew it wouldn't end well if that happened, and he wanted Red and the others to be protected if the worst occurred. That's true integrity.

[@ncard00]

This movie has the highest score ever on IMDB, aka, it's regarded as the best movie of all time/ever made, which it at least deserves imo, regardless of opinions.

[@Fred-vy1hm]

Red tells Andy "hope is a shitty pipe dream." That night Andy escapes through a shitty pipe. 😊 P.S. if you like plot twists watch The Sixth Sense.

[@daytoncharitychicken]

Good news, he already watched The Sixth Sense, so you can watch it on his channel right now.😀

[@kimmcsharry4256]

Your joy at seeing Andy escape just made my day! This is one of the best adaptations of a Stephen King book (or short story in this case). I recommend another Stephen King adaptation, "The Green Mile".

[@schnubbel76]

You are late to the party, he already watched that one 2 months ago.

[@burni82]

I recommend "Stand by me".

[@Yevgeniy-UA]

" The Langoliers"

[@tookitogo]

Let’s not forget “Misery” and “Dolores Claiborne”. Stephen King + Kathy Bates = win.

[@PeteGeorge]

I acted in Shawshank for two months, the summer of 93. Played a convict. Great experience. ❤😊

[@meredithsmyth7059]

Andy didn't frame the warden. He exposed his actual corruption. Perhaps you missed the line by Andy when he tells Red "There's a river of dirty flowing through this prison". Warden was taking bribes for favors and laundering the money through the prison. Andy was cooking the books to make everything appear legal. What he had mailed to the newspapers was the proof. He was breaking the law too but by that time he was long gone with the warden's money.

[@normie2716]

I think he understood, just misused the word.

[@lynnecurrie7561]

My All-time favorite movie! Perfect director, perfect script and perfect cast!❤❤❤

[@thecocoacouch]

Yes!!

[@stevenjump8234]

@@thecocoacouch If you haven't seen The Green Mile, you should react to it. It's written and Directed by the same guy as Shawshank. Also both are based on books by Stephen King. Edit: Yup ya already did. oops.

[@karolina285]

Mine too! This is one and only movie that it doesn't matter if it's the beginning,middle or the end already playing on tv,I will watch it.

[@RhetoricalThrill]

@@karolina285 SAME

[@andersgranstrom7128]

@@stevenjump8234 ...and the same director, Frank Darabont!

[@BigGator5]

"I guess it comes down to a simple choice, really. Get busy living, or get busy dying." Fun Fact: Raquel Welch, whose One Million Years B.C. (1966) poster plays a significant role in the film, was a big fan of this movie. Music Enthusiast Fact: The opera song that Andy Dufresne (Tim Robbins) plays over the loud speakers is "Canzonetta sull'aria" from "The Marriage of Figaro" by Mozart. It was Tim Robbins' idea for Andy to turn up the volume of the record player in the scene. Bird Timing Fact: When Andy goes to the library to begin work as Brooks' (James Whitmore) assistant and Brooks' crow, Jake, is squawking, Tim Robbins had to time his line so that the crow wouldn't squawk over him, since the bird could not be trained to squawk on cue. Robbins was able to time his line perfectly by learning the bird's squawking patterns, for which writer/director Frank Darabont praised him.

[@phillychick4196]

Wow! Thanks for sharing❤ Awesome facts!

[@BigGator5]

You're welcome! 😁 Go in Peace and Walk with God. 😎 👍

[@jatoronto4375]

I saw this in the theatre when it first came out in 1994. I was 20 years old. I think it was one of the most touching experiences I ever had in a theatre. I can still watch this movie again and again and never feel tired of it. In fact when I'm feeling depressed or just not in a good mood this is a really good movie to watch. It really brings your spirits up.

[@robbob5302]

I avoided this movie for a few years, because I was put off by the name. My loss, as it turned out.

[@andrewpetik2034]

I do like this movie... The character development is excellent and Mr. Whitmore's portrayal of Brooks is top notch.... after watching the movie so many times and knowing that, I am so invested in that character ...that when I get to Brooks' choice, I lose it.

[@iulia.bianca.b]

​@@andrewpetik2034 Brooks is a brilliantly written character. A killer who looks like an adorable, soft and kind old man who is so tender to animals and his friend. They make your heart break for a murderer. They do the exact same thing with Del in The Green Mile. They're almost the exact same character minus some details ❤

[@heathergeer]

Morgan Freeman has so many amazing performances, but this one is my favorite. It’s like you’re hanging on every word he says the entire film. Even with this movie being almost 30 years old, the story telling is top tier! The way everything unfolds is mind bowing. 🙌

[@Kenny-ep2nf]

This movie is probably more his story than it is Andy's because it's told mainly from his perspective

[@heathergeer]

So true!

[@Kenny-ep2nf]

@@heathergeer who’s your favourite character?

[@heathergeer]

Gotta be Red, followed verrry closely by Andy lol

[@Kenny-ep2nf]

@@heathergeer same here haha, those two were like two peas in a pod

[@anthonymiele4320]

Dig a tunnel, dig dig a tunnel, dig a tunnel, dig dig a tunnel, dig a tunnel, dig dig a tunnel, quick before the hyena comes.

[@erinpowell941]

I watched the Oscars (no pun intended) the year this movie was nominated, and they played the scene where Andy has just gotten out of solitary for playing the music for the entire prison. Morgan Freeman's character is talking about hope being a dangerous thing, and I remember thinking "this has got to be the most depressing movie of all time". Then, I had surgery, and during my recovery, I had to stay lying on the couch for weeks, nothing but books and TV to amuse me, and after seeing pretty much everything else, Shawshank came on, and I watched it, falling in love with the story and the characters. The movie is an adaptation of Stephen King's novella, Rita Hayworth and the Shawshank Redemption. It is classic King, and that is why the dialogue is so good! It is, despite all the other wonderful movies I have seen before and since, my favourite movie of all time. I can start watching it from whatever part is playing on TV and settle in to watch it. It is the best! The only other movie I can do that with now is Arrival (2016), and if you haven't seen that movie, Oscar, watch it. It will blow your mind! Love that you enjoyed this movie, too!

[@uncleruss8420]

Most movies that bring you to tears are sad endings. This is one of the few that brings tears because of a happy ending.

[@sirdavidoftor3413]

The 370,000 that Andy had is today worth almost 3.5 million. He was set for a life of freedom! Really liked your reaction! Could tell you you were really engaged and enjoyed the movie! I have watched this movie 4 times, and way to many reactions to it! I am always captivated by it ! Stay safe, stay sane, stay strong!

[@robbob5302]

Plus, he knew how to stretch that money out.

[@egala005]

​@robbob5302 being in a foreign country also helped

[@winnskeen6303]

My favorite too is that the warden told Andy early on remember “salvation lies within” and the irony because Andy’s salvation lies within the prison walls and was within the physical Bible itself where he store the pick axe the whole time. Go back and watch that early scene where the warden comes into Andy’s cell to inspect it and Andy is being coy holding the Bible in his arm being so bold as to hold it right in front of the warden when the pick axe was in there and if the warden decided to open it at any moment Andy would be done….but the warden never does in fact he starts to leave the cell still holding it and then turns around and goes “oh here and as he’s giving the Bible back to Andy he says “salvation lies within”….just so GOOD!!!!

[@cynthiabustamante2884]

This is a beautiful movie that just stays in your heart.

[@timothypanngam2249]

I'm one of a VERY small minority of people who actually saw this film in a movie theater. That was the fall of 1994. There was basically no advertising campaign and definitely no advertising saying it was from a Stephen King book (short story). I saw it without having any idea what it was about. I had read the story, so not too far in I realized "hey I read this story!"

[@thecocoacouch]

Yeah wow! Crazy it’s so famous now but didn’t do well on release!

[@alarmedplacebo1579]

I remember that happened to my sister! 😅 She read everything Stephen King and begged our Mom to take us to see this! Luckily I didn't go at 10, but it was a huge deal then!!

[@mrtim5363]

As much as I like todays reactors & I do. I feel watching a movie like this, or the Green Mile, or Alien or any of Spielberg's movies on a small screen while sitting at home in a lit room simply cannot compare. In the theater in the dark when 200 people jump/scream or weep uncontrollably... You felt it.

[@johnratterree6472]

It did so badly at the box office because of not being promoted. What were the stupid suits thinking?

[@larrycanupp411]

This is my favorite movie. The reason is strange, but it gives me hope. My older brother did a very bad thing and is about 75% done with a 30-year prison sentence. I cannot make excuses for my brother. He needed to be locked up. I love him desperately and all I want to do is put my arms around him and hold onto him. I need to be my brother's keeper. I haven't been able to do that since a year before 911. Our father - the monster that destroyed my brother and almost did the same to me with a case (or two) of Budweiser beer in his gutless belly and cruel heart fueled by a twisted lust to control and take EVERYTHING from us. From when I was 9 until I asked him to stop when I was 14, he tried to blacken my heart. He failed. When I watch this movie, I see Brooks as my brother. When I see Brooks on the bus, his frightened eyes burn right through me and I see my brother as an old man. If I can prepare for my brother's release in 2029, maybe I can help him. I look in the minor and I see another old man looking back through the slowest time machine - me, waiting. I will try and give him back (piece-by piece) some kind of life. But... Everyday as the release date approaches, I get more and more scared and I don't know if I can stop everything and give up everything for him. I teach 8th grade English and I am an Army Vet. I hope that I had a life that was good. When I watch this movie, it makes me feel that I could be strong enough. I hope. I hope. I'm not writing this "soliloquy" to garner any comments and/or pity. I'm writing this here because I don't have anyone to write to nor speak with. I thought I had to push people away to survive. I forced love to never find me because I thought I would hurt everyone around me. I was scared that I would turn into my father, but I never did. Now that I understand how stupid I was/am, nobody cares and I will stay alone. I'm trying to release some - how can I describe this old pain - pressure in my heart so I can try to sleep tonight.

[@seanconneryjr.]

larrycanupp411 - Growing up, I too had a similar father. What's helped me was to understand that IMO some people are put in our way to show us how to be, and some are put there to show us how *not* to be. People can change but finding the motivation is sometimes tricky and often not even in that person's control. For example, my changed-though-Christ father eventually did prison ministry in his later years and at his funeral, tattooed biker guys came up to us and told us how much our dad helped them find direction. When I think of men who've been to prison, I'm often reminded of the line in "The Grapes of wrath" and Tom Joad's mom asked Tom about incarceration: "Did they hurt you, son? Did they hurt you and make you mean mad?" As long as your brother can be reached in some way and you still care, there's always hope. Please don't think that nobody cares - if you have the right attitude and patience, there is no reason you can't still connect with a quality person nearby. I'm a willful loner who's not lonely but I walk my dogs daily so I get to talk to a lot of people - some are interesting and some want to be alone, and I can understand them. Not every person is good friend material and it's good to be discerning with your time. To meet people, maybe volunteer in a field in which you have expertise, or take a community college course? As for the old pain - I won't presume to walk in your shoes but I find the best medicine is laughter. I'm guessing it's part of why you watched this channel. This is one of my favorite movies and I kick myself for not catching it when it came to the theater back then, but I laugh and smile and cry with these young whippersnappers getting a little taste of a quality film. If you're an "Airplane!" fan as I am, watching just about any millennial film reactor watching this classic will have you grinning. "Popcorn in bed" is wonderfully innocent. I've loved watching "Tribal people try" channel. The lady who "saves the bees" (Texas Bee Works) is always inspirational to me. I like watching "Rob Squad reactions" for their couple music-reaction videos, especially music the 60s, 70s, and 80s. I hope my words will help you can get some sleep tonight.

[@cynthiahoffmann5757]

God bless you.

[@artbagley1406]

I certainly hope you and your brother's situations have improved in the past year. Nobody deserves to be put through agony such as yours and brother's. God bless you two!

[@kevinhammond3691]

Shawshank is my #1 favorite movie. "Get busy livin' or get busy dyin'. Damn right!"

[@Deyan_B_Travels]

The best movies were made in the 90's. This one is one of my favorites.

[@thecocoacouch]

I’ve really been figuring that out lately

[@1bendykat]

Fun fact: when at the end, they’re reading the Miranda Warnings off of little cards because the court case that caused Miranda Warnings to exist had just happened. Such a small thing, but for criminology people, it’s a great little detail to include.

[@edualym]

Your sincere and open hearted reactions always bring a smile to my face 😆

[@jonathanbradley4821]

There are so many little details in this movie that are so well thought through. Even when the Warden opens the Bible at the end and discovers where the rockhammer was hidden it was under the book of Exodus. Such good writing

[@americanfreedomlogistics9984]

i like how when Red is released the guards at the gate look upon him with a level of reverence

[@brianmatthews1736]

THIS movie along with The Green Mile is my absolute tops of the best movies ever made. This goes to show just how brilliant a writer Stephen King truly is...an entire movie like this from a Novella..."Rita Hayworth, and the Shawshank Redemption"....Frank Darabont Directing as well as scripting was genius as well. Tim Robbins, Morgan Freeman (an American absolute ICON of an actor), and the rest of the cast was so well suited for each role. (James Whitmore made me just adore Brooks). Absolute best ending to a movie ever..."I HOPE..." in Morgan Freeman's voice...perfection!

[@The1Music2MyEars]

"Shitty pipe dream" foreshadowing and legendary script

[@chrisl9813]

I do prefer The Green Mile but only by the narrowest of margins. Both are masterpieces. Great reaction ....

[@DaringDasher]

This film is the definition of PURE SATISFACTION 😭

[@virginiapudelko6280]

One of two of my favorite Stephen King stories. This was a short story in a collection printed back in the early 80's. My second favorite is "The Green Mile", published as a series of five short books with four or five chapters per book. Every couple of months another book in the series would get published.

[@writerwade9241]

When you thought it was about to end with suicide, knowing what was coming, I couldn't wait for you to see the end. SOOOOO worth it! Great reaction! BTW, this is a tie for my personal favorite movie. Tied with Rocky, which I saw in the theater on my 11th birthday. Love your reactions! Keep 'em coming!

[@RhetoricalThrill]

I felt bad being so excited because he was so upset, but I knew the payoff would be worth it 😂

[@jlgibson001]

I live not to far north of the old Ohio State Reformatory "Shawshank Prison" which is in Mansfield, Ohio. It's impossible to drive by without thinking about this film, or trying to figure out which spot of the ditch they used when they filmed his escape scene. 😂

[@meganbrick6266]

I remember reading the story for the first time when I was a teenager in the late 90s. I really didn’t see the big reveal coming! When I got to it, I was so happy I threw the book down and laughed out loud 😂 Love the book and movie so much!

[@pendorran]

This movie completely flopped at the box office on first release, for God knows what reason. Once it got on TV and people started seeing it, its reputation rocketed to its classic status.

[@tookitogo]

This is my absolute favorite movie of all time. I had the fortune to meet the director at a film festival a few years ago (which was also when I first got to see this movie in the cinema; like most people, I completely missed Shawshank when it first ran). It’s a rare thing to be able to shake the hand of the person who made one of your favorite things!

[@RedBadgeUSMC]

This is one of my top 10 movies for sure. It was fun watching your reactions.

[@Keepitgreasy11]

This movie was awesome the story telling and casting. Also Cpt Hadley the evil guard -the actor Clancy Brown he's the voice of Mr Krab 🦀 in Spongebob

[@mrtim5363]

When the other actors gathered for a reading Clancy stood off to the side, they called him to join. You 'want' me over there with you? Have you guys READ the script? I wanna be a safe distance away.

[@SimoExMachina2]

As someone who has been an exchange student to Czech Republic, Bohemian style beer is absolutely the best beer in the world. Budwar is one of the original brands and it is so good. When it was bought to the US and they made their own version, Budweiser, it was literally watered down piss! I'm so happy one of the stores in my town sells the original Budwar and at a very reasonable price I might add. Much cheaper than most other shops in our area. Today they even had a deal if you buy four large cans, you get a Budwar brand beer glass. Guess what is touching my lips right now? That's right.

[@robertcrundwell2782]

Evening! The prison used was the Ohio State Reformatory tn Mansfield, Ohio. The city buildings were in Mansfield, and many were back-dated on their exteriors to fit time period. Many have kept the revised look. The prison that you see is preserved as a museum. It was also used for Tango and Cash, and was the Russian Cell block in American President. I was fortunate to be an extra in the prison yard. The premiere was held at Mansfield's Renaissance Theatre before California or New York. I am now 74, but always watch it when I can.

[@kopaw071]

I have watched so many reactions to this movie, your reaction is the best so far. You mentioned that Andy was digging the hole every night since he found out the weak wall and he was also planning for his escape since then. I blame myself for failing to think that way.

[@martalicia143]

This is one of the best movies ever made!! I always cry at the end - true friends!

[@mrtim5363]

Young nephew came to me & said he was confused about 'friendship' everybody has a different definition. I'm the only one he trusts to be honest. Told him to watch this movie to find the definition of 'True Friendship'. (adding) If you're not crying at the end, you didn't get it. You know he was...

[@Trapper50cal]

If you haven't...the sister movie to this is The Green Mile. You'll love it.

[@hippiechic6772]

I was having such a rough day and evening..... watching Shawshank Redemption was exactly what I didn't know I needed . I appreciate your reactions and comments for this film. It is a favorite of mine but it has been a long time since I sat down to watch this . This is one of those films that keeps my hopes up at being a known writer someday and not to give up on that . Thak you so much for adding to my inspiration and hope at a really rough time ....this was exactly what I needed . Much appreciation Chris

[@DannyTwist-uf6dw]

19 years and was able to embrace HOPE for that long. Never give up kids, your day is coming.

[@michelbidart7286]

My favorite thing about this movie is that every single scene is necessary. There isn't a wasted frame in the whole movie. It's always setting up something that will pay off or come back into the story at some point. Such good filmmaking and storytelling.

[@tookitogo]

Fun fact about Tim Robbins (Andy): in the years since making this film, Robbins has largely stopped acting, and has created programs in prisons to help rehabilitate inmates through acting. Apparently the recidivism rate among participants after release is significantly lower than average.

[@jillfromatlanta427]

The reunion scene on the beach was filmed several weeks after the rest of the movie. Reason? Preliminary audiences wanted to see the reunion, not just guess if it did. Studio put pressure on Darrabont to film that additional scene.

[@RhetoricalThrill]

I'm honestly glad they listened to the test audience. Sometimes they do get it right.

[@AJ-gd6cy]

Always blows my mind that the tall, blonde main guard, is the voice of Mr. Krabs in Spongebob.

[@sarahmoller7308]

Awesome. I enjoyed this sooo much!! Thank you! Isn't this a fantastic movie? It had everything: tension, drama, funny moments, heartbreaking moments, action, an amazingly mindblowing twist... (if you like good twists I can recommend the movie 'the sixth sense' if you haven't watched it already) Shawshank redemption has so many great moments and I can't even pick a favourite one. It's definetely a classic that will last a long time. In my opinion older movies of the 90s are the absolute best.

[@whypluss]

One thing I always appreciate about your reactions is that your reviews are so genuine and have emotional depth/insight. Another enjoyable one, thanks! :)

[@GaryLBlakeley]

This is my all-time favorite movie, just ahead of The Green Mile. Fantastic reaction. Red's mug shot is actually a picture of Morgan Freeman's son.

[@Tarzan91303]

OMG that RBS at the 23:54 mark is amazing. You were mad.

[@garyclarke9685]

Your right one of the best finishes for sure. I think the narration by Morgan freeman throughout the movie took the film to another level. Hard to believe it flopped on its cinema release. He was fortunate to be in the cell on the end the escape wouldn't have been possible otherwise. When you see the bus leaving at the end that was supposed to be the final scene thank goodness it wasn't.. Great reaction.

[@Retrospective.]

Another great reaction. Did you notice the book in the bible the hammer was hidden in? "Exodus". Goes right over most peoples heads. :)

[@jenniferri7735]

this has been my favorite movie for more than 20 years. every time a first-time reaction to it comes up in my recs, i watch it, because i absolutely love experiencing other people's joy. thank you!!

[@intheparlance]

I watch a lot of reaction videos of Shawshank, because I just love it when the Warden puts his whole arm through that poster and the viewer REALIZES! It's almost as good as watching it again for the first time. There are a couple small, cool moments that I didn't catch until I had watched several times; when the Warden is in Andy's cell the first time, he holds the Bible that contains the hidden rock hammer! And at the end when the Warden has the Bible again, reads what Andy wrote in it, and opens it to the section that has the cutout for the hammer, it opens to EXODUS! There are probably more cool moments I haven't noticed yet.

[@johnchristmas7522]

You can now say, I've seen a proper movie! Saw this movie years ago through the advice of a video shop manager. This movie like many other fine movies are the ones that should have won oscars, but didn't. At the time no one knew of this movie, just that as word of mouth spread, its become an all time classic. Have to say what makes this movie is the Stephen King script together with some greart movie stars. Mostly all of todays movies lack a good script and you know the end before you even start to watch. This movie was the exception and that is what makes it so good. From scene to scene, you never can guess whats going to happen next. Brilliant.

[@genageeraert8039]

This movie gets me every time. It’s so beautifully written and acted.

[@crystalpritchard5065]

Since you enjoyed this movie so much, I have to recommend the movie Sleepers. It’s an older movie, takes place over two time periods, when the characters are boys and get sent away to a juvenile detention and then when they are adults. It’s dark, but amazing and so well acted. And very underrated.

[@333Ocsis]

I concur with your recommendation. Sleepers is a fantastic movie, with a scene that easily ranks in my top ten movie moments of all time.

[@jennifergrove2368]

This movie demonstrates how hope can be the driver of prosperity *as long* as you keep being proactive. It may take decades, but as long as you keep going...little by little you'll reap the benefits of your efforts in the end. And it will feel the best doing it that way, because you've earned it.

[@kathleenmayhorne3183]

The movie they were watching with Rita Hayworth, is called Gilda. Harvey the Rabbit is a James Stewart Movie. Raquel Welch was in a move called the land before time, if I'm not mistaken.

[@DeathBeforeComicSans]

Frank Darabont made some of the most perfect films. He’s a genius.

[@everyonelovesmajima]

Warden Norton: No blasphemy. Me: Goddamnit (gets beaten)

[@robovike]

You should consider a darker side of Andy Dufresne in the form of Tim Robbins where he stars in the 90's psychological thriller "Jacob's Ladder" guest-starring Macauley Culkin and George Costanza. A Viet Nam war vet, Andy is plagued by visions later in life that lead him to question his role during the war, and the efforts of his chriopractor to place him on the path to discovery.

[@jeremybr2020]

This is one of those movies where I desperately wanted to see more. I wanted to see and hear the conversation that Andy and Red would have that first day. I wanted to see how they lived and what Andy's home looked like. I imagined a modest but picturesque little hut type house sitting right on the beach, with a nice porch, overlooking the ocean. Both Andy and Red sitting in a couple of rocking chairs, both holding margaritas, watching the sun set and having the coolest and most chill conversations. I wanted so bad to see that. 😊

[@carriesmith742]

This is a top five movie of mine. Pretty good adaptation from the Stephen King novella "Rita Hayworth and the Shawshank Redemption." So happy to see your reaction! Your absolute joy at Andy's success was worth it! Great reaction!

[@craigr5963]

I would absolutely rank this movie as one of the top 5 movies of the last 50 years.

[@browniewin4121]

Such a good movie, excellent story, set, cast, and everything about it.

[@dannymac6785]

Randall Stevens. Second cousin to Harvey the Rabbit :)

[@lisapercywolf3392]

This has become my favorite channel! Great movies, great reactions! Another commenter mentioned The Green Mile - I concur!!! You'll love it!

[@simonwalker2800]

OMG finally a genuine reaction I was looking for:D, thanks!

[@craigfowler7098]

Loved your reaction. Reminded me of how I felt seeing this in the cinema in 1994. At the end, the whole audience just sat there for 5 mins crying happy tears. Never seen anything like it before or since. Best film in history, great story, superb monologue, fabulous acting, emotional rollercoaster with spiritually lifting ending.

[@isabelledrevet5913]

I love that movie, but I really love the way you react to it ! You’re so touching, and even if we’ve already watched this film 20 times, it’s like watching it for the first time with you... So enjoyable watching your face and all your emotions, you’re living it with so much empathy... Thank you ❤

[@josesolismusic]

Yes! I recommended it the other day to you! I think it was when you watched The Green Mile. Let's see if I can watch the whole thing before going back to the Open House of the School tonight.

[@thecocoacouch]

👌 thanks for the suggestion!

[@josesolismusic]

@@thecocoacouch well, of course. I knew you would like it. This is also a Stephen King novella. I read it in the 80s, while I was in the army. I honestly don't know which is better, if the novella or the movie. Since you are watching some of the best movies of all time, I really recommend you to watch The Godfather.

[@imaspoon4522]

You young guys/gals surprise me constantly, when I learn you've never seen certain movies that are always on cable. But I still love to see your reactions to movies like this! This is a classic, everyone can agree on that.

[@nicoletrudell2065]

Young people don't do cable, just streaming

[@StrongStyleFiction]

I've heard a lot of people say this is the best movie ever made, personally I think that's Casablanca but Shawshank is top 5 for sure. It has really stood the test of time.

[@prettykit4]

This reaction was absolutely precious. The authentic surprise on your face was awesome.

[@RoseTintMyWorld-cr5zo]

Best reaction to Andy's escape ever! You are so wholesome 😂🥰 The movie was filmed in the states at the Ohio State Reformatory, a real former prison. I got to visit this summer and stand on the staircase Andy and the warden walked down, and sit at Norton's desk. I hadn't seen the movie at that point, so I made sure to watch it as soon as I got home from my trip. A masterpiece I should have watched a long time ago!

[@MrTbk1701]

One of the most satisfying movie endings of all time! It still makes me tear up.

[@mikemath9508]

"and shake his hand" then he hugs. good

[@Man_The_Machines]

Hope is a good thing… maybe the best of things

[@Bill_Jones.]

Yours is the best review of any movie on KZbin.

[@famat161]

All I do these days is watch Shawshamk reaction videos to vicariously relive my first watching.

[@Sparkk0]

Like I tell most reactors. The redemption story arc isn't really about Andy. Its about Red. Because the biggest change in the movie as it follows (and narrated of course) is Red! One perspective that was intentional was when Brooks left prison, the camera is pointed at him with the prison in the background. It means he was truly stuck there. When Red left prison, the camera is behind him walking him out. Because the institution is its own character. And Brooks was stuck there. Institutionalized. But Red has redemption and found hope in the end. Andy was brilliant but also one of the best of friends. He gave Red a purpose after prison (even if it was a simple as meet me in Mexico and help me restore this boat).

[@sepiaswirl]

I legit found your channel yesterday through the Titanic reaction, subscribed, and I wake up to you reacting to one of my favorite movies of all time. It's fate! 😂😂 your reaction was so fun, the rollercoaster of emotions was visible right from the start.

[@thecocoacouch]

Haha this makes me happy! Cheers 🍻

[@joek468]

It's the kind of excitement only a "free man" can feel... a Morgan FREE-MAN

[@MsLadyNews]

The details in this movie are *chef's kiss*!!! See the bible chapter that he kept the hammer in? 26:51 😂

[@michellek3521]

Absolutely love your reactions (found you just a couple days ago)! :) Your giggle is infectious and makes me smile and laugh! Mahalo for posting your reaction vids and keep 'em coming! ~ Aloha from Hawaii ~

[@joepangia4413]

Not to mimic everyone else’s posts here but it’s hard not to. Very glad you watched this epic film. I haven’t checked it recently but the IMDB rating on this film was over 9 and it was the number 1 highest rated film in their database for years! I can’t imagine modern day Hollywood producing masterpieces like this again anytime in the near future.

[@campeonboxeo84]

One of the greatest films to ever come out in the 90’s. The 70’s, 80’s and 90’s have put out so many great films that have and in my opinion, will always stand up to the test of time. Another film I would recommend is Escape from Alcatraz (1979), starring Clint Eastwood and A Perfect World (1993) directed by Clint Eastwood and starring Kevin Costner. Love your reactions to so many films I grew up watching. Cheers mate!

[@tinaharris13]

Your reaction to the escape was fantastic! I had read the short story before seeing the movie so I knew what was coming and it is fun to get caught up in the joy of someone who didn't know. I recommend The Fugitive with Harrison Ford if you haven't seen it.

[@nickjudy4946]

Something most folks miss is the little easter eggs throughout the movie... My favorite is that Andy chose the book of Exodus to hide his hammer in the bible. What a perfect place. The story of the Hebrew peoples escaping slavery...

[@davewade30]

I love it that you didn't predict that the poster was hiding a tunnel. I didn't put it together on my first watch either and the pay off is better that way! I'm not ashamed to say that I didn't see it coming at all! I was so worried about Andy's other problems that I never even slowed down to analyze what the poster was doing there.

[@indigonerd]

I always see so many people crap on Stephen King for being a 'bad writer' or only doing "cheap horror stories", yet this movie is SUCH a classic and such a fantastic movie, and it's written BY Stephen King (along with The Green Mile, which is also a fantastic movie). I think those people focus on the other movies too much, which vary a lot from King's books. If more movie producers kept the movies much closer to the original stories, people would realize King is capable of so much more than he's given credit for. His stories are wonderful. The movie's that don't follow his plots......aren't all that great. Shawshank and Green Mile are almost EXACTLY like the stories, and they are so, so good.

[@c.a.norwood34]

I've watched dozens of reactions to this movie. I think yours may be the best one. What a delightful reaction. :)

[@looneygardener]

Best ending ever. Great reaction sweetie!