Mob Movie Monday Review "The Shawshank Redemption" Tim Robbins And Morgan Freeman | Michael Franzese

[@smoothknyte]

My favorite line from this movie is "Funny thing is, on the outside I was an honest man, straight as an arrow. I had to come to prison to be a crook."

[@Luvie1980]

Most people who go to prison end up like that.

[@straightlead8]

That kid is long gone, and this old con is all that's left

[@DavieLad85]

My favourite line in the movie is “stop... or my Mom will shoot”

[@jamesdonoughue4557]

Mine is.........cocainum

[@chrisb6484]

My favorite line is “What’s up Big Perm,I mean Big Worm”!

[@chipper92]

“These walls are funny. First you hate 'em, then you get used to 'em. Enough time passes, you get so you depend on them. That's institutionalized.” What a genius and accurate line.

[@skiggy007]

Stockholm syndrome

[@Chef8985]

God I love this movie

[@fa7842]

@@skiggy007 Why Stockholm?

[@levilamperouge8917]

@@fa7842 the Stockholm syndrome is when a hostage gets feelings or sympathizes for their captor, named after a case that happened in Stockholm

[@mk-ultramags1107]

I have friends who i see 3 months a year(Others are gone longer of course) and those 3 are usually June, July and August. They hit the streets during summer, eventually can't figure out anything to do with their lives and end up doing something stupid to get thrown back in. So many times its a crime nobody on earth would commit. But they can't function outside the structure of those walls and it's saddening to see. They simply don't know how to anymore. That quote from the film most definitely nails it. And not just the quote but the way Freeman delivers it. The false hope of getting back to how it used to be and the desperation they feel. It's heavy. Except for the worst of the worst, it's hard not to feel for a lot of these guys. The idea of an innocent being thrown inside makes it that much easier for the viewer to relate.

[@Tomorrison28]

Imagine Pulp fiction, Shawshank Redemption and Forest Gump all released in the same year. Hollywood used to be amazing

[@Gabriela-Acevedo]

1994 was an amazing year for movies. You also had Speed, True lies, Wolf, The professional, Legends of the fall, Clear and present danger, and others i could go on with.

[@samvojtech1153]

Interesting! All three set standards for how films were to be made. Lots of wanna be films like them in the years to follow. Great post!

[@UKinUSA-xx5zo]

All my favorite movies 🍿

[@george8873]

A lot of people think 1994 was the best year for movies ever. I think it was myself.

[@Drjackdempsey9644]

Forest Gump never should have beaten Shawshank

[@e.lagrandwoodson4864]

I am 61 years old and my son died in my arms over 20 years ago. I wanted to not live any more and am still here. This talk seem to me like you were talking straight to me. I am going to start to live again, because God must have a plan for me. Thank you for this message.

[@zvipatent]

So sorry for your loss. My parents lost a child and two of my best friends died. I am glad you can go forward. Hugs, from far away.

[@ObliqueVisualsNz]

God bless brother

[@sunscrave]

So sorry for your loss. Glad you're with us brother.

[@dshift2225]

God let millions of children die in concentration camps. If he does have a plan for us, it's a pretty terrible one so far.

[@straitjacket8319]

Good thoughts and prayers to you

[@frankie1012]

This is one movie I can watch repeatedly and *NEVER* get tired of it. Truly a classic.

[@bobn3553]

Me also. I don't know how many times I have watched it but it never gets old.

[@DrazeRG1941]

Same here. I watched Shawshank Redemption at least 10 times.

[@frankpitochelli6786]

Absolutely..!!

[@CrookedRosePOD]

Same

[@jeffdubuque5622]

this and goodfellas.

[@johnguilfoil7218]

I got misty eyed when Red shows up at the beach ... beautiful

[@fowchiiiliedpuppiesdied]

Wasn’t it? An amazing movie. Probably my all time favorite.

[@sionphillips7141]

“Get busy living or get busy dying” such a great quote in an amazing movie

[@dlig897]

He not busy being born is busy dying - bob dylan

[@thunderstruck5484]

That line stuck with me

[@haroldmc7976]

The best line in this movie: "Hope is a good thing. Maybe the best of things. And no good thing ever dies" .

[@joshhoodrat451]

Hope is delayed disappointment

[@gfpbaneable]

I got my ex girlfriend a piece of the oak tree with that inscribed on it.

[@Meh-j9s]

Yep. 100%

[@ryankeefe6222]

One of my favorite moments in all of film is when the warden slams down the newspaper down then sees the cops coming he knew at that moment he was finished and it truly is great seeing him get what he deserved

[@jamesk370]

"Remember, Hope is a good thing, maybe the best of things, and no good thing ever dies"

[@OdintheGermanShepherd]

A Brilliant review of an amazing Movie!!

[@sosiggang2101]

20 minute long video posted 5 minutes ago hmm seems legit

[@frankie1012]

@@sosiggang2101 yep. Gotta get those likes man.

[@jessejames3656]

@@michaelfranzese We need you to review the great boardwalk empire. i absolutely loved that..

[@smith2781]

@@michaelfranzese did you ever think about escaping?

[@Peshawaist]

@@michaelfranzese I am a big fan from Iraq and I appreciate the videos. Could you do a review of the movie kill the irishman?

[@commanderstraker6732]

My favourite part of the movie is the end scene when Andy looks up from working on his boat to see that Red has made the long journey to be reunited with his friend. Absolutely brilliant movie

[@Philo68]

I was still in the Army when I saw this film. My buddy actually wept openly when Andy and Red met up at the end. He wasn’t at all embarrassed about his dewy eyes either - shows what a wonderful movie it is!

[@barryschalkwijk9388]

Andy WAS thinking about himself on the roof scene. He played his cards so he could win over both sides (guards and inmates) with one move.

[@zedwpd]

Red disagrees. Says he thinks he did it so he could feel normal again, even if only for a little while.

[@barryschalkwijk9388]

@@zedwpd Unreliable narrator maybe. I think Andy was smarter then that. And i recall in the book it's mentioned as well.

[@adamirishconundrum851]

@@barryschalkwijk9388 as good as the movie is the book was great. In the book it doesn't push as hard that Andy was innocent. I think the evidence in the book points toward Andy being guilty.

[@barryschalkwijk9388]

@@adamirishconundrum851 disagree, i've read it 2 times and though you don't get the "convict with hard evidence" you'd have to rely on an unreliable narrator to assume he is guilty. Imho.

[@adamirishconundrum851]

@@barryschalkwijk9388 it is left up to the reader. I have read it 3 times

[@coolrunning101]

"They send you here for life and that's exactly what they take." Sounds like words Michael Franzese would have come up with. Excellent review brother 🤙

[@chaddobson9174]

@@michaelfranzese love to have a sit down with you Michael I was so lucky I never got pinched only by the grace of God I live for him now and the best decision I ever made.

[@aleksandardjordjevic2729]

yup..

[@diogosabino2545]

My favourite part is when Red sees Andy dor the first time walking with the other prisoners and he narrates how he is different, how he walks different as if prison didn't affect him...

[@RWBprototype]

Fun Fact: The guy who plays Hadley, Clancy Brown, was offered to tour actual federal max security prisons to get a feel for how guards operate, but he turned them down. The reason he gave? "I'm playing an asshole guard and I don't want to tarnish the reputations of actual prison guards."

[@Appetitebeats487]

Actual guards are actually assholes. Believe me.

[@RWBprototype]

@@Appetitebeats487 Coming from a couple of people who've served prison time, some are pretty cool and are just doing their jobs. Yes, some are legitimate assholes.

[@theterribleyoutuber7376]

One of my favorite scenes is where andy put the opera on the loud speaker, and the sight of all the inmates listening to it. Beautiful scene and narration by Freedman.

[@frankiemiller3718]

Who else thinks Michael Franzese would make a great director?

[@jacobdean4833]

He's produced a few movies.

[@betod3113]

Yes he would..

[@TheSaxon.]

Clever 2?

[@philipbottomley2537]

Call up Little Carmine and let’s make it happen.

[@julijakeit]

I read it as a 'great DICTATOR' and I agree to both.

[@Dennisvm82]

"When you give up, you got nothing". I totally agree with this. So many people give up too easily, as if there is nothing to fight for. Always look forward and believe change will come as long as you stay determined and focus on your goal(s). When the going gets tough, the tough get going.

[@timinla64]

Red had been busy dying for 20 years. It was he who was redeemed in the end. “Only guilty man in Shawshank”..my favorite scene. Very powerful movie.

[@TheBG077]

"You know, the funny thing is, on the outside I was an honest man, straight as an arrow, I had to come to prison to be a crook." Such a powerful line that unfortunately still holds true to this day.

[@IFAMILYIH]

“I REMEMBER THE FIRST TIME I SAW ANDY” Morgan freeman voice

[@BillBraskyy]

It reminds me of the Family Guy parody; "He was a fat drink of water" (Cleveland Brown as Red).

[@DavieLad85]

“His farts never made a sound again”

[@unnamedchannel1237]

@@DavieLad85 yum yum pigs bum makes good chewing gum

[@BillBraskyy]

@@DavieLad85 lol that fart line makes me laugh every time 🤣 _Carter as the Warden:_ C'mon! I'll cripple that guy who keeps graping you in the shower! *CUTS TO JOE BOGGS GETTING HIS SHINS BEATEN INTO JELLY* _Peter Dufresne:_ awww! I like that guy!:(

[@ExpectTheSpanishInquisition]

Thanks, Michael. I LOVE "Shawshank Redemption". I must have seen it 20 times and it never gets old. I will still watch it whenever it comes on TV. I have so many favourite scenes but one that's right up there is when Andy played the opera record over the loudspeaker. The looks on the inmates' faces in the yard was absolutely priceless. I think he did 30 days in the hole for that but I'm sure he thought it was worth it. Thanks as well for reminding me to NEVER give up hope.

[@willy565]

With Deniro and Pacino on screen in an epic movie, I wish you would review "Heat".......Classic movie.

[@darkstar1650]

Not sure but I don't think they actually on the set together even in when they meet in the restaurant scene if you notice they always show the front of their faces or the back of their heads, never face to face...

[@willy565]

@@darkstar1650 They are on the set together a number of times. Who can forget the shoot out at the end between them both?

[@darkstar1650]

@@rivermike5257 Watch the scene again, you never see them face to face and alot of the back of their heads with doubles.

[@Tarantulisimo]

Thank God they didn't select Costner or Cruise -- Robbins nailed it

[@raspycellist]

I was a C/O in a prison for several years. I worked in the gang unit a lot and I never had any real problem with my guys. I respected them, and they me, and we left each other alone for the most part. I always tried to lift their spirits when I could, knowing that they were getting out one day.

[@donskeezy4042]

Much respect to you

[@raspycellist]

@@donskeezy4042 Thank you

[@MondoLeStraka]

"Hope is what keeps you going." Thanks, Michael. I'm working on a project right now and need that kind of advice.

[@TheSpaceGeek]

One of the few times where the movie was better than the book, in my opinion.

[@sanitary103]

I think both were fantastic.

[@TheSpaceGeek]

@@sanitary103 I enjoyed the book. I've read it two or three times. I just think the movie told the story more clearly (only one warden, etc.).

[@sucesschaser7551]

I'm a big book reader and this was the ONLY time the film was better for me.

[@samvojtech1153]

I was thinking of writing the same thing! Loved the book & loved the movie. Excellent actors for each character.

[@partybusexperiance3289]

Yes. Also Debbie does Dallas was a better movie. Just kidding. spreading a laugh

[@AGCcachanilla]

Amazing that my FAVORITE reviews and just views in life as a MAN these days in age come from an ex-mob boss, godbless you Mr. franzese and your family.

[@williamsnyder1424]

I was a county CO for 10 years. When I trained someone, I told them there is two things you should never forget, never get the John Wayne complex and never-ever make a promise you can't keep!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@thetraveler1182]

Fellow CO here, and that is NO LIE! Respect goes a long way, and always *always* keep your word. Respect Brother.

[@johnmcclellan9020]

You turned your life around and became an honest human being. Good on you Michael.

[@PoeOutdoors]

"I guess I just miss my friend"

[@Angelthedog]

Best line in a movie with so many great lines.

[@ToneTraveler]

When Andy says; “You’re being obtuse” to the warden...huge cringe factor moment. One of my favorite quotes “Either get busy living or you get busy dying”. Great movie, review and message.

[@thomasjones7850]

Red wasn’t right or wrong when he said forget about hope. The fact of the matter is he always had hope. Red was the king hustler in Shawshank, he was important and had purpose.

[@terminallumbago6465]

He said it in the movie. "In here I'm the guy who can get things. Out there all you need is the Yellow Pages."

[@m16ty]

Kind of like when Andy gave him the harmonica, Red seemed almost scared of it, because it gave hope. In the end he finally worked up the nerve to at least blow it. He wanted hope, but also believed in the dangers he talked about.

[@joseluislowe1463]

It’s been like less than a year since you started this youtube thing & you blew up compared to other channel’s that take years to reach where you are.. been here since day one, i know you are officially going to be 70 in several months. I hope you live another 30 something years like your father, you’re literally a living legend. A walking Relic of the past & History itself.. keep it coming mikey

[@JRPLawyeress1]

This movie was beautiful. Fantastic supporting cast. Very moving. I’ve seen it half a dozen times. I can’t imagine anyone other than Tim Robbins in that role.

[@Dec4AllTimeAlways]

You know the one thing I love about you, Mike? You're a former mob boss but I feel at peace listening to your stories. And your stories have bloodshed. Because you are at peace with yourself. A good man who found God.

[@terryosinga2155]

You are a compelling individual to hear stories from. I love your channel!

[@siddharthtripathy3917]

I feel at times that Mr. Michael Franzese is like one badass grandpa who you love to chat with and hear stories of. Absolutely brilliant. Love from India.

[@rob3791]

The most amazing part of Mr Franzese's story for me is his redemption through Christ. When he speaks you can feel the peace, and clarity thats upon him. I hope to reach that point someday, but for now, I gotta tip my cap to this man for travelling so far, and standing tall all the way through. God bless you and the family Mr Franzese, and thanks for the amazing content.

[@johnrichardson5713]

So many world class performances in this film, every actor played their part. Easily one of the best movies ever made in cinematic history.

[@tyjans370]

“Hope is a dangerous thing, Andy.”

[@layinlow77]

@Ben Franklin That was so sad.

[@andariegodelmundo7688]

"hope is a good thing, maybe the best of things, and no good thing ever dies..."

[@babayaga1767]

hope and change is even more dangerous

[@unnamedchannel1237]

Sausages

[@joshhoodrat451]

Hope is delayed disappointment

[@jacobdean4833]

Always well done, Michael. If I may suggest. I would really like to see Mob Monday do Once Upon A Time In America. (The early 80s DeNiro one)... Great film that a lot of people have never seen.

[@bmac454]

Surely the Scene were Andy emerges from the Sewer Pipe, and looks up to Heavens & realises he's Free.!! Is most powerful&, even after seeing movie countless times, it still moves me

[@joecorrero6763]

“Salvation lies within”

[@keithdean9149]

and if the warden had bothered to open it....

[@stevenryan9510]

Well said 💯 though the grace of God 🙏

[@stevenryan9510]

Michael your an inspiration to others in or out of the can. Keep up the good work. God bless you and your family 🇬🇧

[@sam2stu]

Ha! I just saw that note Andy left for the warden lmao, the ultimate burn. 😂

[@M1GarandMan3005]

But Michael, you forgot the Elmo Blatch scene!!! That scene was pivotal for when Andy finally had a chance to get out of prison with Tommy Williams's testimony, but the warden wouldn't have it. Such a great scene!!!

[@charger19691]

This film is a masterpiece from beginning to end. My favorite part is when Andy play the opera music over the PA system for everyone at the prison to hear and enjoy. He didn’t care that he was going to get into trouble. He wanted all the inmates to feel human again on some level by hearing that music. It was fantastic.

[@peschwab4]

"Get busy living or get busy dying!" An incredible reminder to never give up and to cherish the true friendships I have in life. Exactly what I needed to hear as I live in "exile" in a city I will never call home. Thank you for helping me to retain what few threads of hope I still hang onto. Life does have meaning, but now it is within the Kingdom of God and not whatever sinful vision I had for life. All that will go up in the fire as only what counts for eternity will be left standing. Mr. Franzese's faith in Jesus helps me to refocus on what really matters.

[@JamesBrewerDJ]

"I don't suppose it would help if I told them I wasn't homosexual". "Neither are they.....you have to be human for that" Those Sisters were a bad bunch!

[@dapperdonmilli]

😂Red with the punchlines

[@ducatipitera4826]

Hope is what kept me alive thru addiction, loss, fear, etc. Tremendous review Michael Franseze. 👍

[@alonsoa.delgadillo1592]

Me introducing Michael's youtube channel to someone: you're gonna like this guy, he's alright he's a goodfella

[@erik1836]

Great review Michael. As always you bring insights about life - the life - and God and the fact that without His love, without our faith and belief in His love then there can be no rhyme nor reason, stability and real purpose in our lives since all that is good, that is based on love is based on - comes from the source of love - Him.

[@west-texas9806]

I remember watching this movie when it first came out with my father I was very young maybe 9-10years old and I didn't really understand much of the message behind it. A couple months back I decided to re-watch it mainly because of the nostalgic feeling that it brought me and the memories of being with my father. The hidden message that I found in this movie was that even though times get hard and all has been lost. You must never give up

[@chicoassmaster4293]

Michael was made for the camera. Great voice sharp mind & a talented production & design crew backing him up. Michael & Sammy are bringing it strong. A stunning tour de force#

[@Dec4AllTimeAlways]

This is my favorite movie of all-time. I saw it in January 1995 as a 14-year-old. It was released in late 1994 but still played in the theaters being it was a Best Picture nominee. I walked out of the theater completely blown away.

[@kevstacey8639]

The Shawshank Redemption is one of my all-time favourite movies, I was interested to hear your thoughts on it Michael, and I wasn't disappointed - intelligent, engaging and uplifting as always.

[@CCaraway]

Shawshank Redemption, Pulp Fiction and Forest Gump in ONE YEAR!! We would be lucky today to get three movies of that caliper in a decade.

[@robcardosi2809]

One of the best lines hit me hard ,...get busy living or get busy dying....in my opinion it's much better living and facing life head on as long as I have my loving family I can take on anything. My grandmother always told me god will never throw more than you can handle at you

[@robertgoss4842]

As usual, penetrating, astute, and superbly presented. Your reviews -- whether I agree or disagree -- are unfailingly reasoned, sound, and well expressed. You do do nice work. Next stop, 500 K.

[@NoahTucker22]

Thanks for the great words, my dad is on the verge of giving up hope due to illness. I will share your message with him, hopefully it light a fire under him. Thanks again Michael, God bless

[@josephtheunitedkingdom9472]

As a 24 year old Former British Mafia Member I love the way your changing your life brother and helping people..you helped me step away from the Mafia Life😛

[@alexcika9906]

Man , great Piece here I actually remember when you hit 100k subscribers man , Congrats Michael

[@ryansnr]

Brilliant movie, a masterpiece in fact. Brilliant review also 👏

[@morgansmock800]

One of the greatest films of all time, Mr. Franzese you areTruly inspirational. Your journey it’s almost unbelievable your story is utterly transformative.

[@TS-wp3wt]

I would like to see a review of “The Town”... I know it isn’t technically a mob movie but has mob influence and is def a great crime movie.

[@west-texas9806]

I forgot all about The Town

[@TS-wp3wt]

@@west-texas9806 it’s soo good

[@WillOnCode]

Actually the florist was a real person and I think he was In the Irish mob is Boston

[@knoname7778]

Yes that would be a good one

[@normand5847]

The Shawshank Redemption isn't a mob movie.

[@AmenWarrior-ww3]

You should do a review of Papillon (1973) with Steve McQueen… love that one

[@robdon3472]

Really surprised you haven't done Hoodlum(1997) yet. Desperately underrated

[@DMalltheway]

Little Odessa (1994) too

[@Mr.Majestic77]

Blood In Blood Out.

[@joecombs7468]

My favorite line in the movie is when Andy is telling Red how clean he was on the outside and he says, "I had to go to prison to learn how to be a crook." Loved that line.

[@ovenman1966]

Shawshank Redemption is a beautiful movie, the majority of the film was shot here in Ohio at the old Mansfield reformatory, which is now a museum and a super natural sight that has been featured on history channel, they offer a "Shawshank" tour of the prison where you can see the various movie sets used in filming

[@swishersweet5219]

When you where in the life back in the day you ever think you’d be making money talking about movies lol you the man Mr. Franzese!

[@peteyn.y.7960]

Awesome Movie!! You’re not a Coen Brother Movie guy are you? “No Country For Old Men” is a Masterpiece IMO. Figured I’d try! Have a great week Mike!

[@Mattschannelism]

He should review Miller's Crossing its a Coen Brothers movie.

[@peteyn.y.7960]

Yeah love both of those Movies! Even Raising AriZoNa I liked but that was like way back 80’s 😂. Fargo was on last night, I had to watch lol 😂✌️

[@ChubbyChecker182]

@@Mattschannelism yeah, Miller's Crossing is top notch, and really underated. Came it the same year as Goodfellas and Godfather 3, kind of went under many people's radar.

[@dennisfischer7676]

@@peteyn.y.7960 raising Arizona has some of the best expository scenes of all time

[@zombiTrout]

@@dennisfischer7676 The police chase scene is epic.

[@leealanjohnson1975]

I worked in a cinema during the time Shawshank came out, wasnt very well attended, think it was when it came out on VHS it got the plaudits it deserved

[@c63c48]

Fave Channel on YT

[@quensboro4773]

You may not read what I'm saying but you make me want to see these old movies over to get a better understanding 😌thanks.

[@dudermcdudeface3674]

I think you'd really like the 3-season HBO show "Deadwood." Lotta heart, and reminds me of the spirit of this movie. It's a Western, but a lot of characters qualify as gangsters.

[@bigmacola9]

My mom’s side of the family was Italian from Corona, Queens. Your stories take me back to a different time that few remember. God bless

[@LiT_Moose89]

"Without hope, well, you might as well be blind" -Flogging Molly in their song "Tomorrow comes a day too soon"

[@petethegreek1736]

Hope is a beautiful thing, never give up! ~ Michael Franzese These words struck deep Michael! You’re are a good man and helping tons of people out through these difficult times.

[@AP2brolic]

I visited the prison in Mansfield, Ohio, where this movie was shot. Man, what a creepy place. On a lighter note, they had the prop tunnel that Andy escaped out of on display, they even let my nephew crawl through it

[@5954ldydi]

Awesome. I am a couple of hrs away from Mansfield. Unfortunately I only recently found out about this movie being filmed at the old penitentiary. There was a documentary that aired after the movie a few years ago. I would have loved to crawl through that tunnel. LOL :)

[@JackieNihil]

Requesting a review on State of Grace and possibly some of your own stories about the connection between the Italian and Irish mobs. Thanks for these great reviews!

[@loucaruso3971]

Mike Fully Understand Where Your Going & Point"s Makeing Throughout The Movie, 1 Major Part You Left Out Is When The Kid Come"s In & Is Able To Prove Andy"s Innocence & How It Went Threw The Rank"s To The Warden Where He Had The Guy Killed Cause He"s Worth So Much To The Warden & Pulled Rug Of Hope Out From Under Andy !!!! Stay Strong....Peace

[@TheLawman318]

I was introduced to this movie in a summer criminal justice class at East Tennessee State University. The professor Dr. Braswell had us watch the film and we had to write a paper on it. I made an A on my paper and more over the follow up discussion of the movie and cratiques of our papers/reviews left me with the fact that even though my chosen profession was law enforcement and I would be dealing with criminals that these people have some good qualities even though they may have done wrong! In 23 years now I've dealt with many of the same persons over and over again. If you take a moment to listen to them some if not most are good people deep down but had things happen to them in life that but them on a different track. One in particular is a man named Robert. He's the same age I am. Had a great job as a machinist in a local wheel factory. That factory suddenly was closed in the late 90's and moved to Mexico. He was on the hook for his home and other material things he bought (like many of us have done). His income was gone and even though he found other work it wasn't enough to cover the debt burden he took on. This lead him to a bad choice and he started helping deal cocaine. He was caught and for 20 years this ruined his life. I've arrested him myself on probation/parole violations and he was always a hand full in jail. I moved from patrol back into the corrections aspect of my agency. I took a shot with him, stuck my neck out and got him a work detail position in our facility. He wound up working with our maintenance staff and they could see he had potential. He was supposed to be moved to prison, but we managed to keep him in our custody. He did 10 years in our county jail. He can fix anything! He can do electrical, plumbing, etc. He finally made parole and I'm proud of him! I got a friend who has a auto repair business to take a shot on letting him work there. Randy, the shop owner, now considers him his number 1 employee. Trusts him with keys to the business and most ever aspect of it! Robert likes to say I saved him, but I tell him repeatedly I just provided you an opportunity, you made good on the rest. I stress to young judgmental officers don't consider everyone you deal with a throw away person! If you see good qualities in someone hound them on that! You might make a difference in at least one of their lives and you'll most likely never see them here again incarcerated! That's a great thing in my book!

[@davidlenz9902]

I have literally watched this movie.. probably 20 times. This and the Godfather quite literally never gets old.

[@samvojtech1153]

Loved the book, loved the movie & great review! Occasionally my Dad will sneak into our conversation... "I guess I just miss my friend." Thank you, Michael Franzese.

[@TheBongReyes]

I love this series. Always great to see Michael’s insights to these movies. I’d love to see Michael’s take on Eastern Promises movie. His opinions about the Russian Mafia.

[@wildrissen2344]

i am a emotionly guy , and every time i watch this movie i cry for the bad, but also the good moments. in one word... A MASTERPIECE !!!

[@sohaibrathore7434]

"I hope that pacific is as blue as it has been in my dreams" This line just hits differently.

[@MrProjectmayhem]

The contrast in colours the whole way through the movie it’s dark and grey and then that scene at the end when they are both free. Bright blue beautiful. That was amazing.

[@TS-wp3wt]

Also, if you’re looking for movie ideas I’d love to see a review of “Shot Caller”. Fantastic gang movie involving the Aryan Brotherhood and prison life..

[@juanjulianpurdyii7476]

I am a movie buff and this is by far my most favorite movie ever! It's one of the most underrated movies and they just don't make them like this anymore. I tend to watch this movie during Sundays for some reason lol. I do love mob movies like the classics, Good Fellas, Casino, Godfather, Bronx tale, and many other mob movies. I know The Shawshank Redemption is not a mob movie but it was made with such a high level of detail and acting just like the mob movies. it's a timeless movie!

[@thescatman5029]

"Crawled through a river of **** to come out clean on the other side!"

[@TrumpAmerica-2024]

"why he chose enchilada night i will never know."

[@chrissaenz6213]

Powerful opening with Andy pounding the rock on the sewage pipe. Great opening! Your best by far!

[@williamfrawley1175]

I remember hearing John Wayne in an interview when I was a kid and he said you got to have hope because without it you have nothing.

[@andysmith8174]

One of the best channels on KZbin.Love getting the notification of a new upload.

[@zinan2959]

I feel like Cool hand Luke influenced this movie a lot. Both are timeless classics

[@deborahkusaj1928]

I always thought that myself. Cool hand Luke and this movie are the best all time prison movies.😁🥲

[@BethHarmon-yh8ms]

@@deborahkusaj1928 Agreed, I love both films very much.

[@Drewg351]

Don't forget: the "music" to Shawshank was incredible. If you don't get chills from that scene in the beginning when the bus is pulling into the prison you're not human. Those strings in that instrumental were sooooooooo powerful and moving. Just brilliant writing.

[@MyTv-]

There are many good movies, but this is one those that’s above that! This is a most see!

[@tonybeaulieu6788]

MICHAEL FRANZESE, this is so interesting to hear all those reviews from your side knowing you were part of the mob world some time ago, thank you for sharing and being so honest about real american history from fact and fiction in movies, now we can watch movies and learn real facts thanks to you, your knowledge is pure gold , merci