Episode 228

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18th Sep 2024

The Shawshank Redemption (1994) Revisit ft. Kieran B

Dana and Tom with returning guest, Kieran B (host, Best Picture Cast) revisit The Shawshank Redemption (1994): written and directed by Frank Darabont, score by Thomas Newman, cinematography by Roger Deakins, starring Tim Robbins, Morgan Freeman, Bob Gunton, and Clancy Brown.

Plot Summary: In the somber corridors of Shawshank Prison, where hope is a rare commodity and despair is a constant companion, Andy Dufresne (Tim Robbins), a quiet and introspective banker, finds himself wrongfully convicted of the brutal murder of his wife and her lover. Sentenced to life in the unforgiving confines of Shawshank, he is thrust into a world where the human spirit is tested daily.

Andy’s journey is one of quiet resilience and unyielding hope. He befriends Ellis “Red” Redding (Morgan Freeman), a seasoned inmate known for his ability to procure contraband. Through Red’s eyes, we witness Andy’s transformation from a man broken by circumstance to a beacon of hope for his fellow prisoners. Andy’s ingenuity and determination lead him to uncover the corrupt practices of the prison warden, using his financial acumen to expose the rot within Shawshank’s walls.

In the end, Andy’s journey is not just a tale of escape, but a testament to the enduring power of hope and friendship. His story delves into the depths of human suffering and emerges with a profound sense of resilience and triumph.

Guest: Kieran B

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Guest Introductions

03:59 Cast and Recognition for The Shawshank Redemption

10:17 Relationship(s) to The Shawshank Redemption

16:53 What is The Shawshank Redemption About?

19:07 Why is The Shawshank Redemption so Universal?

23:54 Is The Shawshank Redemption the Best Film of 1994?

26:25 Plot Summary for The Shawshank Redemption

28:19 Did You Know?

29:49 First Break

30:29 What's Up With the BPC?

34:09 Ask Dana Anything

38:48 The Stanley Rubric - Legacy

47:16 The Stanley Rubric: Impact/Significance

01:04:50 The Stanley Rubric - Novelty

01:11:22 Second Break

01:12:08 In Memoriam

01:19:04 The Stanley Rubric - Classicness

01:27:35 The Stanley Rubric - Rewatchability

01:33:54 The Stanley Rubric - Audience Score and Final Total

01:36:54 Remaining Questions for The Shawshank Redemption

01:45:06 Thank You to Kieran and Final Thoughts

01:50:13 Credits

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Keywords:

Shawshank Redemption, movie review, film analysis, friendship, hope, cultural impact, legacy, 1994 films, cinema, podcast, cinema, movie greatness, film adaptation, Shawshank Redemption, classic films, movie ratings, audience reception, film analysis, nostalgia, film discussions

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