Shawshank Redemption | First Time Watching | REACTION - LiteWeight Reacting

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Shawshank Redemption is a film about two men who find friendship and redemption through compassion while living in prison. In this reaction video I watch Shawshank Redemption for the first time!
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[@tumbleheart4664]

Fun fact: when Brooks got out of Shawshank, the camera is pointing back towards the prison, when Red gets out, the camera is pointed out to the world.

[@TNEagan]

Nice catch. I came here to make this comment. For Brooks, his cell is the real world and it looks like he's being locked in when he leaves. For Red, the exact opposite.

[@jord-o965]

Man the power of filmmaking. Most people wouldn't even notice it. Coupled with the sad music, whereas Red music is hopeful.

[@DurkMcGerk]

You didn't notice. But your brain did. 🧠

[@LiteWeightReacting]

Exceptional catch! Thanks for sharing!

[@TesseRact7228]

Also, Red and Brooks sat on opposite sides during the bus ride away from prison...

[@acehole727]

"Why are you guys making me watch this movie!" It's all worth it in the end. This is one of the greatest movies of all time.

[@LiteWeightReacting]

It was worth it! Great payoff!

[@TesseRact7228]

@@LiteWeightReacting Don't know if you have already watched it, but try "The Green Mile" starring Tom Hanks...

[@ballendorf]

@@TesseRact7228 Strongly seconded!

[@paulschirf9259]

I came to recommend "The Green Mile" as well.

[@w41duvernay]

THIS movie should have gotten the academy award that year NOT Forrest Gump. BROOKS gave up, but Andy Didn't give up on having a life. It also showed the Prison staff being monsters, and Pprisoners as victims.

[@Blag_Cog]

Nothing dumb about feeling empathy. You don't need to feel dumb, this is a very powerful story and its told extremely well.

[@LiteWeightReacting]

Powerful is right! I almost couldn’t finish it!

[@chapmaned24]

A little insider info...actors generally are not hurt in the making of the film...but there are exceptions! LOL.

[@pmaximus5659]

I’m a man and I cried when Brooks died.. we’re human.. great reaction! I enjoy your channel

[@greggross8856]

When you saw the way Brooks was holding onto that bus handrail for dear life, you knew then he wasn't gonna make it.

[@robbob5302]

When Freeman said he prolly couldn’t get a library card if he tried, got me. He was a librarian for crying out loud.

[@chrisswofford8638]

Don't feel badly at all about how you reacted to this. It's absolutely the correct response. If Brooks doesn't get to you, you're not even human. You're extraordinarily human!

[@LiteWeightReacting]

THANK YOU!

[@allengray5748]

​@@LiteWeightReactingIndeed! I'm 61 and it wrenches me every time. However it nailed me sooner as you started. Tim Robbins the star is in comedy with Martin Laurence called NOTHING TO LOSE!! 🕊️☮️

[@James-mv8hs]

@@LiteWeightReacting I was really worried about you when you started sobbing before that scene even became obvious and I'm like... "Shit this is going to destory her"

[@chrisswofford8638]

@@James-mv8hs yeah it was a hold my beer moment. And yes, i did. i drank some too...

[@dolphmanity]

Love her genuine reactions. But this is why we must repeal the 19th Amendment. Democrat politicians manipulate the emotions of women to institute policies detrimental to society.

[@Christopher32373]

Shawshank has, I think, the best ending to a villain I've ever seen. "I'd like to think that the last thing that went through his head, other than that bullet, was how the hell Andy Dufresne ever got the best of him."

[@LiteWeightReacting]

Classic!

[@adamscott7354]

What's really clutch about it is that it's in Morgan Freemans OG narrator voice run.

[@zzzzzzzzzzzk]

Stephen King villains always get their comeuppance.

[@DurkMcGerk]

I think Norton chickened out and never really faced justice. As a prison warden he knew firsthand what was facing him under another prison warden and said "no thanks". He never had months in solitary or got institutionalized like those he "shepherded" or had to deal with anything but a quick way out.

[@kellymarklong]

Don’t ever apologize for having genuine emotion for movies like this. I get tears every time I watch the scene with Brooks. You feel what you feel and don’t feel sorry.

[@LiteWeightReacting]

Thanks for the encouragement 😊

[@ernestoalamo3591]

Im with you tear for tear

[@thegatheringgloom7261]

The fact that you responded so emotionally to the film is exactly why it is such a beautiful piece of art.

[@LiteWeightReacting]

It really is! Thank you for sharing!

[@emwa3600]

Apologize to your make-up kit: "I've wasted all my time and your resources on making a useless mess for a cartoon face on-camera!"

[@Charlton_Kekston]

I think we all cried during Brooks's story, how could you not? We all see someone we love inside of Brooks.

[@LiteWeightReacting]

Such a good way to put it!

[@zaftra]

A misconception of Stephen King is that he's just a horror writer, he's very much a character writer in the vain of Dickens, he'll literally spend two thirds of a book writing characters, even in his horrors, that's why you end up carering for them so much.

[@LiteWeightReacting]

This isa Great point!

[@DrFeelgood1127]

But he’s been using ghost writers for the last couple decades.

[@mclizzard2928]

​@@DrFeelgood1127 source?

[@loudoesreviews]

@@DrFeelgood1127 Nonsense - aka fake news.

[@deancalder8799]

He did stand by me another classic, did you know that most of his movies are I'm a fictional movie called black rock, he has to be 1 of the best writers ever, the different types of book & movies he writes are all great, out of the 4 boys in stand by me all died young, only 1 survived until later in life, I say later but he was in his 40s if that, how people have the imagination to create a whole fictional world is amazing, it's why I think jk Rowling and her book/movies will go down as the best series of books ever written and I mean how they follow on from the books before, here's a fact, I was out 1 night standing waiting on a taxi(before) uber & got talking to someone who read them, we were talking about horcux and trying to work it out, I said, I think Harry is a horcrux because it said to create 1 you had to kill, Harry's parents were killed so how dumbledor explained it in the movie made sense, seen the same guy after all the movies finished and he was blown away that I worked it out before the whole story was revealed, books don't put things in them for no reason, it's all put in for a reason, I think it was the order of the phoenix and I still have the hardback copy, went to the store to buy it at 12am to buy it when it came out, had it finished in a week because I was looking after my gran who had terminal cancer so when she was resting after meals or her meds I stayed awake to keep reading.

[@TheMightyOdin]

Red : “That’s a shitty pipe dream…….” Then Andy escaped through a shitty pipe to realize that dream…..

[@jamesshilale2967]

The Brooks thing affected you so badly because you have a heart of gold. This movie tugs at the heart and also fills it up. Don't ever apologize for showing emotion. I ball every time I watch that Brooks scene

[@USCFlash]

You play basketball every time you watch that scene in Shawshank? 😎 😜

[@LiteWeightReacting]

That scene was TOUGH to get through! But the journey was worth it!

[@Lloyd-Franklin]

The scene with Brooks on the bus and his voiceover says "send me home" really hits you in the feels.

[@LiteWeightReacting]

I was not prepared at all for that 😢

[@TheNowhereMan0]

That scene always broke me ☹️

[@RyneMurray23]

That entire scene with Brooks is heartbreaking.

[@mmxxiii9503]

My dad wasn't either ​@@LiteWeightReacting

[@dolphmanity]

Love her genuine reactions. But this is why we must repeal the 19th Amendment. Democrat politicians manipulate the emotions of women to institute policies detrimental to society.

[@GerblerM]

The reason "Red" is called Red is because in the book he's Irish, coupled with the last name "Redding", so the nickname of Red just stuck. It was a nice touch on the writers part to turn it into a sarcastic joke as a nod to the source material

[@LiteWeightReacting]

That’s super cool! Is the book excellent as well?!

[@GerblerM]

@@LiteWeightReacting I think so, my mom said she liked it a lot, but I haven't read it :P

[@retropyro]

@@LiteWeightReacting It's excellent. It's a collection of 4 stories including "The Body" which was made into another film "Stand By Me" - 1986 and "Apt Pupil" - 1988, another great film.

[@firstenforemost]

@@LiteWeightReacting Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption is a great story. It's in a collection of long stories ("novellas") called Different Seasons. This one was for Spring, with the section subtitled "Hope springs eternal." One interesting thing is that in the book, Red sneaks this story that he has written down while in prison out by sticking it someplace the sun doesn't shine. He wrote that the name of the Mexican town isn't Zihautanejo, but he changed the name everywhere it occurred so that if they found the manuscript while searching him on the way out they wouldn't actually know where Andy went. In the book, Andy went in in 1947 and escaped in 1975 after about 28 years in prison

[@MissCasser]

Diffrent Seaons is sooooo good

[@sagnikadhikary2917]

No. Don't apologize for crying. Everyone who has a soul cried when Brookes did what he did. I have a poster in my office to this day which says "Brookes was here. So was Red." My students ask me what it means, and it is my absolute rapture to recommend them Shawshank. Love the reactions. Hope to keep seeing more.

[@tykjenffs]

Your reactions is exactly why this movie is a masterpiece. Do not ever feel dumb for reacting to one of the most emotional scenes in cinema history. Its right there with Cooper watching his kids growing up in Interstellar.

[@LiteWeightReacting]

You’re so right! I had that same thought!

[@hornetgags]

Directed by the fantastic Frank Darabont. His other famous film is The Green Mile...and that is a beautiful film but you need 2 boxes of tissues. This and the Green Mile were books by Stephen King...yes the horror author. To finish the 3 non-horror Stephen King books is Stand By Me...another brilliant film. So the Green Mile and then Stand By Me.

[@tomhjermstad]

Definitely need to watch The Green Mile. Oh boy.

[@warpath1911]

I was just going to recommend the Green Mile and The Mist to finish out the Darabont/King series. Each one is going to crush you! Love your reactions and you're genuine empathy for these characters.

[@vornamenachname9905]

Yeah, imho the best movie adaption of King's books are always short, non-horror stories. Another good underrated movie based on King's work is "Apt Pupil" with David Schwimmer.

[@LiteWeightReacting]

I haven’t seen any of those! So you may be in for a treat 👀

[@bicranium7198]

@@vornamenachname9905 Apt Pupil came from King too? I was not aware of that. Might have to give it a rewatch. I've only ever watched it once, back around the time it came out, and it sticks with you.

[@Mister_Samsonite]

I love how Andy never used his influence to ask for anything for himself - he always used his pull to make life better for the other inmates.

[@handsomeX]

Great point 💯

[@PeteGeorge]

I acted in Shawshank for two months, the summer of 93. I was tearing up watching your reaction. ❤ Thank you.

[@remnantheir7482]

Your reaction to Brooks is normal. The hopelessness he experiences is, in a word, heavy, and the music on top of it all only magnifies the emotion of his end. One of my favorite soundtracks of all time. Thanks for sharing your experience.

[@LiteWeightReacting]

The music was like its own character!

[@ResidentKen]

I shared this with Teegan last night but I wanted to share this with you all. I just watched this for the first time last night because I knew Teegan was uploading a reaction to it and I didn't want my first experience with the movie to be this way. It was my sister's favorite movie and right after it ended, I started to cry because she should've been here to watch it with me. My sister passed away on January 15th, 2021 because of complications from COVID. I wished I would've watched this with her while she was still here but I kept putting it off and putting it off and now I won't get that chance anymore. Don't put off these moments with your loved ones. You aren't ever guaranteed the chance to experience them. I miss you so much, Michele. I love you.

[@LiteWeightReacting]

Sending you lots of hugs! That must have been incredibly difficult, but hopefully it also helped you to feel closer to her. Loss is such a difficult and complicated journey

[@TeeZee22]

Ken, I can relate to this so much! My grandfather died a little over a week ago and I've felt every day that I wish I could talk to him about something that happened that day. My mom died when I was 21. That's been 20 years now and I still often have moments when I think I wish she could see this or that she would love this so much if she was here to see it or experience it! Life is good, but it can make things so tough sometimes! No matter how much we miss our loved ones and wish we could experience newer things with them, we can still think back on the many more good memories and great experiences we did have with them and appreciate those moments we did have the pleasure to experience! Thanks for sharing your story, Ken! It's a very valuable message that can so easily be lost in normal day to day living!

[@yakamen]

If you don't cry once watching this movie you are made of stone.

[@dynamicentry6157]

didn't tear up but my chest did feel a little heavy lol

[@asterix7842]

The first couple times we see Red in front of the parole board, he just gives the answers that you'd expect someone to give. I'm sure the board thought he was just saying what he thought they wanted to hear. The last time, he decided to just be honest. I think the board picked up on that. You're the first reactor I've seen to catch the "Exodus" connection. This is one of my favorite movies. I've lost track of how many times I've seen it and how many reactions I've watched. If you think you want to watch it again, knowing the ending won't lessen the enjoyment of watching it again. That's how good it is.

[@adhdaldo8829]

The only way they depict you're rehabilitated is when you no longer care whether you're in or out of jail. You're only rehabilitated when you walk out of that gate and feel scared and lost.

[@LiteWeightReacting]

Love movies like that too!

[@satellitesam]

I always thought Red gets approved because they now have a new, less corrupt Warden

[@moonlight-sunriize]

@@satellitesam I think that's also part of it, but I definitely think his answer, which, to me, sounded honest and authentic, is another aspect of why he got approved this time around.

[@stevensmith3357]

Truly impressive that you caught both "shitty pipe dream" and "Exodus" on first viewing. Great reaction video. I liked how after looking so sad and stressed for a solid hour, in the last 30 minutes or so your face just got brighter and brighter as things looked up.

[@LiteWeightReacting]

Until the end when I lose it again!! 🤣

[@R.Pi_II]

it hits you hard. because it's supposed to. and it's damned good at it. count of monte christo was a huge foreshadow of what was happening

[@LiteWeightReacting]

Great call!

[@gmunden1]

The name "Red" is the character Morgan Freeman plays in the film. In the Stephen King book, Red is an Irish inmate. However, when Frank Darabont and the casting director selected Mr Freeman for the part, they changed the dialogue to reflect this casting decision when Freeman's character responds, "Maybe because I'm Irish." Anyone who has read the book will understand the joke.

[@LiteWeightReacting]

So amazing! Makes me want to read the book!

[@andreshernandez1180]

Tom Hanks, Tom Cruise and Kevin Costner were offered the part of Andy but declined it, Tom Hanks was doing Forrest Gump, they also considered Johnny Depp, Nicholas Cage and Charlie Sheen; and for Red the considered Clint Eastwood, Harrison Ford, Paul Newman, Gene Hackman, Robert Redford and Robert Duvall. It could've been a completely different movie, I mean, if it had been Harrison Ford and Tom Cruise it might as well have been directed by Michael Bay LOL

[@robbob5302]

@@andreshernandez1180 Tom Hanks would have been amazing because well, everything he did was amazing in the 90s. And I like Nicholas Cage in almost everything. But while I like a lot of the actors you listed for Red, I wouldn’t trade Morgan Freeman in for anybody. He’s like that favorite uncle I never had.

[@chandlermorgan708]

It always comes down to just two choices. Get busy living, or get busy dying. Remember that hope is a good thing, Red, maybe the best of things, and no good thing ever dies.

[@roopetoivanen]

That was great, loved the reaction! Never feel bad for getting emotional, it's perfectly natural and genuine reactions like this are a huge part of why I've enjoyed your content so much for all these years💙

[@LiteWeightReacting]

Thanks Roope! Glad you enjoyed the reaction! See you real soon on stream!

[@roopetoivanen]

@@LiteWeightReacting See you tonight!

[@Unbroken25]

I love Red's development in this movie. He went from "hope is a dangerous thing" to ending with "I hope". Great reaction as always! 💙

[@laurabuer4714]

The Redemption was Red's. Andy did that. Gave that to him. I hope...

[@LiteWeightReacting]

Thanks Unbroken!!

[@CNTconnoisseur]

I think it's a shame that they reshot the ending to be on the beach. Originally, it ended with Red riding the bus into the sunset. You're supposed to have HOPE that he made it to see his friend again. Seeing them meet undercuts the message of the movie.

[@moonlight-sunriize]

@@CNTconnoisseur It depends on the viewer, I suppose, cause I could see both ways having that feel of the message but, to me, the ending where we SEE them meeting up on the beach, hugging, brought more impact.

[@Jack_of_Hearts4]

There is no need to apologize for your feelings. What you felt was genuine and if people think that's weird, that's their problem. This movie hits people hard and your reaction was great.

[@LiteWeightReacting]

Thank you Jack!!

[@ketchupkeks]

this is one of the best movies i ever seen, the story telling in this is unmatched, i watched it so many times by now and i am glad you reacted like i did, so many tears shed , loved yor reaction

[@LiteWeightReacting]

Aww thanks! This is why I love reactions!

[@Lloyd-Franklin]

The actor who plays the Warden Bob Gunton was the stand in for Harold Ramis' Ghost in Ghostbusters Afterlife.

[@LiteWeightReacting]

I haven’t seen that movie either!

[@Minion_of_Cthulhu]

@@LiteWeightReacting Ghostbusters: Afterlife is far better than I ever expected it to be. Might want some tissues for that one, too. Also, you have to watch The Green Mile now. The writer/director of The Shawshank Redemption, Frank Darabont, also adapted and directed The Green Mile from another of Stephen King's stories. Plus, it stars Tom Hanks. Definitely bring lots and lots of tissues.

[@robbob5302]

It would seem almost impossible for a warden to actually overreact to a prisoner escaping. But he pulled it off.

[@robbob5302]

And that look on his face when he pulled the poster down deserved an Oscar all by itself. 😮 😂

[@domingocurbelomorales8635]

I loved so much your sensitivity. In some parts, I definitely would have given to you a sense hug. This movie it´s so touching and deep, don´t worry. You´ve made my day today. Thank you!!

[@TheNismo777]

Its not stupid that you're crying, you have great heart. Never apologize that. Keep being u champ.

[@RoadDoug]

Just found your channel. 15 minutes in and I just want to hug you. Brooks’ story was heartbreaking for sure but, oh what an ending. Looking forward to much more of your wonderful heart felt reactions.❤❤

[@fernandof.2225]

What a beautiful reaction. So much empathy. I loved every single tear. Is my first time watching your reaction and for sure I'll keep watching more videos.

[@nathanlarson3632]

This is definitely a rewatching!! There are so many little things that Stephen king dropped to show how one man slowly looses HOPE! Especially every time Red walked into his patrol hearing, body all gittery, anxiously, very attentive! Then each time looses it. And right before the last time you see in Reds face and speaking he actually is loosing what hope he has left through that meeting for good! And and could see it and gave him a harmonica right after to say still have hope! Because Andy knew they were getting out! And while one man has hope and never looses hope no matter what happened and how he gave hope to Red and to others!

[@davedavenport8673]

Warden whistles "A Mighty Fortress is our God," as he leaves the room right before Andy escapes the fortress. Another brilliant reference.

[@AlexSmith_Rhysand]

Loved the reaction Lite. It is so apparent how empathy drives your emotions and I hope that never changes. Great video as always.

[@adamcohen233]

As so many others have said here in the comments, your reaction to Brooks' story was completely justified. It breaks the heart every time, Brooks was in a prison of his mind and heart. Untold millions of people have lived that tragedy- be it as an inmate or someone who is stuck in an inescapable misery. It's overwhelming to think about it. But this movie gives a catharsis to juxtapose that story, and it's beautiful. Yet again, your eloquence and empathy shine through in your reactions. Thank you for sharing your experiences with us.

[@LiteWeightReacting]

Thank you Adam! Glad you enjoyed this reacrion!! More to come soon!

[@everyonelovesmajima]

Warden: “Rule number one, no blasphemy.” Me: “Goddamnit. (Gets beaten)”

[@LiteWeightReacting]

Hahahahah I’d be right there with you!! 😅

[@Quasify]

Thank you for a great reaction to a great movie! Don't apologize for showing emotions and no, you are not dumb. Your level of empathy is a gift and you are very brave for showing that and putting it out here. Please never change! I just found your channel and hope to see many more heartfelt reactions! Once again thank you and take care! 😊

[@guymcdonald7409]

You are the reactor!!! I will watch everythin you make. And never apologize for crying, that's what makes your videos stand out. I cryed when I watch this movie and now you got me tearing up

[@DesertHomesteader]

THIS is a big reason why I watch reaction videos. I like sharing my favorite scenes with someone, laughing with someone and crying with someone at the saddest scenes. Thanks for that. I needed it this morning. I want to know about your tattoo but I understand this is not the place for personal questions. I'm really curious though.

[@LiteWeightReacting]

Thanks for sharing why you love reactions! Also my tattoo is from the game God of War. It’s from the Kratos’ Leviathan Axe!

[@philhayes1420]

The book was mentioned in this, but The Count of Monte Cristo (2002) is another movie I think you would enjoy.

[@LiteWeightReacting]

What’s it about?!

[@philhayes1420]

@@LiteWeightReacting A young man, falsely imprisoned by his jealous "friend", escapes and uses a hidden treasure to exact his revenge.

[@Sentient_Zee]

@@philhayes1420such an underrated film.

[@robbob5302]

We aughta file that under “educational” too. Aughtn’t we? 😜

[@MarkiModica]

What a wonderful reaction! So far, your reaction is my favorite by far. Genuine and deeply heartfelt. Thank you for sharing with us all!

[@nadeeml9276]

What a wonderful reaction! I love your reactions so much! And this came as a surprise, no idea you were going to react to one of the greatest movies of all time. A very genuine experience honestly. Glad you really enjoyed the movie, it really takes you through all the emotions. Fantastic, thank you. Really looking forward to the next one!!

[@LiteWeightReacting]

Yeah! I ran the absolute gamut of emotions in this one!

[@accordgolfer]

I don't think you should apologize for being emotional. You're an incredibly sweet person

[@LiteWeightReacting]

Thank you!! Hope you enjoyed the reaction 😊

[@roopetoivanen]

Glad you finally got this up! I watched this in school like 7-8 years ago and it's been my favorite movie since, so this was the reaction I was most looking forward to :)

[@LiteWeightReacting]

That’s awesome! Sorry it’s a day late! Ended up taking 13 attempts!

[@roopetoivanen]

​@@LiteWeightReacting No need to apologize, I know you worked super hard to get it up so I'm just happy to see it!

[@fotzilla3832]

Watching you blubber your way thru this movie was genuinely adorable... couple that with the fact that it's one of my favorite movies ever, and this was an absolute joy to watch. Well done!

[@HBS98]

Honeslty one of the most empathetic, honest and amazing reactions ive ever seen to my favourite movie. You dont need to feel embarrassed. You were right on par. Thank you, youve earned a new sub with this one :)

[@toddvergith9485]

I'm so glad you're watching this. It's in my top 5. And there is no need to explain why the Brooks stuff got you so upset. Because we know.

[@LiteWeightReacting]

It was so great! Hope you enjoyed the reaction! I had a to cut out more then I would’ve liked!

[@toddvergith9485]

@LiteWeightReacting I loved it! You had me crying, and I'm at work. Lol

[@zackeriah87]

“He looks like He works at Starbucks” took me out… 🤣

[@LiteWeightReacting]

🤣🤣

[@johnstuffinson]

Great review - you *really* love movies and your emotions are so visceral during the experience. I'd started losing my "love" of movies but honestly your reactions are starting to remind me of what its all about :) Thank you :) :)

[@Xehanort10]

The main prison guard is played by Clancy Brown who voices Spongebob's Mr Krabs. He also played a serial killer in Dexter New Blood.

[@brandonatchison4769]

He also voiced Cortex in the Crash Bandicoot games. Come to think of it, that was probably the first time I heard his voice.

[@Xehanort10]

@@brandonatchison4769 And Lex Luthor in the Superman and Justice League animated series.

[@eXpriest]

Can you feel it now, Mr. krabs?

[@USCFlash]

He was The Kurgan in Highlander.

[@Xehanort10]

@@eXpriest "Art thou feeling it now Mr Krabs."

[@RyneMurray23]

Brooks went to prison in 1905 and was released in the 50s.. If he wanted to stay that bad I would have let him... The way the guards call him Brooksie as he's leaving always gets me.. It isn't stupid that you are crying. This movie takes you on an emotional rollercoaster.👍🏼

[@LiteWeightReacting]

I was wrecked! Absolutely wrecked!

[@RobbiePearce1972]

Thank you for this reaction, one of the most genuine reactions I've watched. You don't need to apologise to us for crying during your reactions - it’s refreshing to see honest reactions. You did a great job and a great vid.

[@chaggy86]

Please, never say you're stupid for crying with a movie, it's totally ok, never be ashamed of it, live it. Great reaction

[@fidel2xl]

Good reaction --- but remember this movie starts from the year 1947, So, when you were surprised at the 8:20 minute mark when Red told Andy that the rock hammer would cost $10.00, and you thought it would be $50.00. the fact is in real inflation-adjusted dollars for 2024, the $10 price that Red quoted him in 1947 is actually the equivalent to approx $150.00 in 2024 dollars. So, for that particular line, you can extrapolate the 1947 dollar figures to the 2024 equivalent. The price Red quoted him for the rock hammer in 2024 dollars is $150.00. And the $370,000 of the Warden's money that Andy withdrew from the bank in 1965, is worth the equivalent of $3.7 Million in 2024 dollars.

[@KS-xk2so]

Not to mention that $10 was a markup price for smuggling it into the joint. It probably went for 4 or 5 bucks and the rest is to cover Red's network, costs, margins, etc. Remember just getting it from laundry and delivered by Brooks cost him a couple packs of smokes.

[@joshuacampbell7493]

Brooks & Tommy deserves better.

[@LiteWeightReacting]

Was such a sad tale 😕

[@TheNowhereMan0]

Yes. Absolutely 😢

[@GregMoe-ef7eh]

You were so touched , it blew me away. Had to watch your reaction again. ❤️

[@martinhemmingsen8813]

I'm almost 40 years old, and I saw this movie for the first time a couple of years back. I cried just as much as you, if not more. It's a totally normal reaction to have. Never be ashamed of how you're reacting, please. This was the first time I watched one of your videos, and I subscribed right after it was over.

[@newsbuster292]

Possibly the best ending of a movie ever, its just perfect.

[@DukeDarkshadow]

Shawshank has always been in my top 5 favorite movies of all time so I'm glad the KZbin algorithm had me stumble upon this reaction when I did. I watched it immediately and as soon as it was over, I subbed immediately! Can't wait for future reactions!

[@LiteWeightReacting]

Awesome Duke! KZbin algorithm WIN!

[@christianmoreno3585]

omg i’m only 10 mins in and you’re such a sweet emotional lady it’s so sweet !! so so sweet!

[@GoodCorporateRobot]

You have such a huge heart. I loved this reaction!

[@drh3280]

I love this piece of reaction. Your reaction felt so real and lively.

[@michaelpaz5052]

The most emotional reaction I've ever seen to any reaction. I felt sorry for you. Glad it had a happy ending. Thank you.

[@user-ts6xn5mq8q]

Great reaction! I literally JUST happened upon your site and after seeing your commitment to the craft I immediately subscribed. Keep up the great work! By the way, the Brooks sequence gets to pretty much everyone, even those of us who have seen the film a dozen times. As a fledgling screenwriter and filmmaker, to me this film is an absolute masterpiece in every aspect of the art of filmmaking... a true inspiration.

[@LiteWeightReacting]

Wow! Thanks! Appreciate that!!

[@maxcook504]

I've never commented on a reaction video before but your enthusiasm and your passion enlightened me

[@denisd3639]

There are two movies, spectacular works of art, that totally break you...*Shawshank* and *The Green Mile*. You will loooooooooooove *The Green Mile*...but bring 2 boxes of tissues.

[@byronabrahams871]

Your reaction is exactly what it should be. Its what happens when writing, acting, directing, score, cinematography... everything comes together to make what is, in my opinion, the finest film of all time.

[@RobTheWatcher]

Beautiful reaction! Don't ever apologize for your tears. Proud to support your channel. Can't wait for what's to come.

[@LiteWeightReacting]

Nice! Thank you so much!

[@vivacantando]

Tim Robbins was once asked why he believe the movie has been so enduringly popular, and he said he thought it was because it's so rare and uniquely satisfying to see a character who has been through such extreme injustice get such well-earned payback through sheer cleverness and will to survive. Also, your huge heart is very apparent, don't ever be ashamed!

[@captaincune]

This channel is quickly becoming one of, if not my favorite, reaction channels. Your emotional maturity and intelligence, coupled with your obvious intellect and critical ability sets you apart, as does your background in education and history. All these qualities and more absolutely shine in every video, and this is no exception. There is no reason to apologize for your emotional reaction - none. It is real, visceral, raw, and entirely appropriate. It takes a ton of courage to post reactions which show you in such a vulnerable state publicly for all to see, and I admire the hell out of you for it. Thank you for what you do! Kudos, I look forward to whatever content you post in the future, both here and on the gaming channel! :)

[@LiteWeightReacting]

Thank you so much!!! 🥹 It’s terrifying every time I hit post, so kind words like this mean more than you know!!

[@frenchkjfan9]

I watched that movie a few days ago for the first time, on DVD. It blew me away. After that I was eager to witness reactions from KZbinrs. I watched a good many, but among all reactions, it's always such a heartwarming experience to watch the reaction from a deeply sensitive person, just like yours. I felt blessed receiving your reaction, thank you 😊

[@cezararosti9054]

Your reaction was worth every minute, And look, I've already had many reactions to this film, And the video gets even better when there's a beautiful woman reacting.....🥰🥰🇧🇷

[@jedipimp8809]

Beautiful! That was the most beautiful reaction to Shawshank Redemption I've ever seen. The Brooks sub-story gets everybody. Thank you for reacting to this film.

[@LiteWeightReacting]

Aww thank you Jedi pimp! That means a lot! Also, that name you have is great

[@thehumanwiII]

Very much appreciate that you don’t chatter through important parts and most importantly: your reactions are so genuine and vulnerable it’s nice when so many reactors ham it up.

[@Fyrecide]

I’ve seen several KZbinrs react to this movie before, and I can usually tell when they’re playing up how sad they are during certain scenes for effect, but I can honestly tell you are genuinely and deeply emotional. When somebody is crying and looks like they’re trying not to that’s usually when it’s real. It’s actually kind of sweet how much it moved you.

[@nathan43082]

Never apologize for genuine feelings. You did great.

[@colinlakerveld]

I've been watching your videos for some time...really enjoy them! Love to see a spontaneous reaction every time. 🙌 My compliments to your nerdy background set-up! 🤓🖖🤟 Greetings from Utrecht, The Netherlands 🇳🇱

[@LiteWeightReacting]

Ha! Thanks! Love my setup too! I’ve acquired a lot over the years!

[@8aba_Yaga]

The cinematography in this movie is so beautiful. The prisoners trapped within bleak prison walls, feeling the thunderstorm rain down on his skin must've felt like heaven

[@LiteWeightReacting]

You’re so right! Well put!

[@dripsnout1643]

Another great reaction. i love how perceptive you are, even the smaller things like the harmonica playing when Red is searching for the volcanic stone.

[@uweschmitz]

I don't know, this Movie is hard enough to watch alone - but watching your Reaction made me cry even harder, especially at Brooks moment. Thank you again for such honest emotions and another great Reaction. Can't wait for the next Movie with you.

[@LiteWeightReacting]

Thank you again for watching! I’m glad you enjoyed the reaction 😊

[@rockyjerome9475]

What an amazing reaction! I enjoy watching reactions to this movie for those who have never watched it. This is one of my TOP 5 movies, and you said it perfectly... The movie was Brilliant!

[@davidbrown3212]

you know you've made a good film when it provokes thought. Great script, directing, acting, editing, cinematography and music!!!

[@jamesholland5761]

Great reaction! Your expressions are exactly what mine were! This is by far my favorite movie. When I see it on tv or see reactors watching I have to watch, even if its part way through it. This is one movie you never have to apologize for getting emotional about this movie! It touches something within all us.... we all cried 😭

[@LiteWeightReacting]

Thanks for sharing this James! Glad you enjoyed this reaction!

[@DanJunkins]

Geez, the movie didn't get to me but, YOU did. Your reaction was purely natural and very, very heart-felt. I bet Im not the only one who just wanted to give you a hug. Thank you very much for your reaction.

[@ImDerpyDuck]

Damn... I knew the Brook's arc was going to be a tough watch here but even after 20+ viewings of this classic in my life, Lite's reaction had me in bits... Every reaction I've watched on this channel has been 10/10 because of it being true to your character and you should be proud of them

[@WondrousChimpus]

I am so happy you got to react to this video. I love watching your reactions, a true cinematic joy. You catch on to so much that no one else even seem to notice, and I can't help but smile and cry right there with you. I love this movie for the emotional roller coaster it was. But when you noted the harmonica when Red was in the field, and the smile on Red's face when he was paroled compared to Brooks' fear, I would give anything to be able to watch a movie with you to experience the experience of your attention to the film to see what all you catch the first time watching. You are so much fun. Please keep putting more of these reactions out there for us. I love your reactions!

[@LiteWeightReacting]

I definitely watch them more closely when I’m recording because I’m terrified of missing something important in front of everyone 😅 but I’m so so glad you’re enjoying the reactions!!

[@jimclarke8260]

It's my favorite movie, and your reaction to it is now my favorite reaction. As a man, I have been trained to not express my emotions, but you expressed what I cannot, and I thank you for it. The movie is great for so many reasons, but what puts it over the top are the hidden life lessons that apply to all of us: perseverance, how little things add up to big things, forgiveness, hope, art, redemption and even love. We all feel trapped and lost at times. And sometimes we have to persevere and crawl through shit to get out. Yet, if we are smart and cling to the truth of the beauty in the world, a better life is available!

[@tastyneck]

Never apologize nor feel bad for being empathetic. Not everyone cries about Brooks and the other stuff, but if someone didn't have ANY feelings about them... "I guess I just miss my friend" gets me every time. Also, Brooks' 50 years is a long time on paper but when you contextualize it, it's so much time. Like, imagine going to jail in the 70's and getting out today and how much things have changed. Although you'd have news and whatnot about the outside world but imagine you go to jail in the 70's and then get released into a world with people walking around with VR goggles and smart phones, self-driving cars and whatnot. I'd probably go insane.

[@user-zp7rq7wr8x]

That's a beautiful reaction. Emotionally so intelligent. You cried in all the right places. You are light years ahead of so many other reactors.

[@Cadorkis]

I loved watching your genuine reaction 😊

[@miroslav.hlavicka]

I'm fifty years old, I've seen the movie a hundred times (and a few more times like this in reacting videos), and each time Brooks' story costs me a whole box of Kleenex. And when one has wiped away the tears and the film goes on, they are reminded of it again and again. Library named with his name, same room, same job... And the movie, unlike the book, left out the scene where the prisoners find Jake dead on the prison grounds - he couldn't get food, he too was institutionalized. Your reaction is great and human, and the streams of tears are absolutely allright. You are an extremely sensitive and empathetic being. And I think you're the only reacting viewer who noticed that when Red comes to the tree, for the first time in the soundtrack, there's a harmonica. As a symbol of Red and as a symbol of hope. Because the redemption from Shawshank is about Red. He's committed a serious crime, he's done a lot of time, and he's redeemed himself. Not Andy, he was innocent all along.

[@snake0911]

Another movie to watch is “It’s a Wonderful life” especially during the holidays. If you don’t get tears, you get your money back guarantee.

[@charlesnyckd]

You are the first reactor to point out Exodus. People have missed the significance of that attention to detail. Excellent job. Just subscribed

[@kegr1066]

I've watched a couple dozen reactions to Shawshank, and you earned my sub by being the first to comment on Exodus being the book that the warden opens to in Andy's bible. Congrats for noticing that detail!

[@wiseman2746]

Shawshank is in my top 3 favorite movies, and this was such a wonderful reaction ! So happy you loved the movie :)

[@LiteWeightReacting]

Thanks wiseman! Glad you enjoyed it 😊