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Waited for ages for the crew to react to this masterpiece! Great reaction bros! That final escape sequence was amazing! P.S.: No matter how many times I watched this classic, Brooks' scene always brings on the waterworks 😔😔😔 Any chance you'd be reacting to the Green Mile bros?
Brooks had been in Shawshank for 50 years when he was released. He was committed in 1905. Think about what those 50 years meant. Brooks missed WWI, WWII and the Korean War. When he went in, the Wright brothers had just flown their plane. When he got out, airliners with wingspans longer than that first flight were crossing the Atlantic daily. ICE-powered cars had gone from a novelty toy for the rich to a practical mode of transportation for pretty much everyone. When Brooks went into Shawshank, he did so in a horse-drawn wagon. His first work details may have been spent refilling oil lamps, splitting firewood or hauling water from the well in buckets. And then they just kick him out. Poor dude would probably have been less lost if they dropped him on Mars.
The thing that bugs me is that everyone cries over Brooks, but no one feels that way about real people. I've experienced many of the same things as Brooks and no one gives a crap. I actually understand his position almost completely, except not being in literal jail.
1994 was an insane year. Shawshank Redemption, Pulp Fiction, Forrest Gump, Ed Wood, Clerks, Léon: The Professional, Jim Carrey with 3 comedy classics with The Mask, Ace Ventura, and Dumb and Dumber, The Crow, Speed. One of the best years for movies.
I see your 1994 and raise you 1989. Batman, Indiana Jones and the last Crusade, Lethal Weapon 2, Glory, When Harry Met Sally, Road House, Dead Poets Society, Back to the Future 2, Born on the 4th of July, Field of Dreams, The Burbs, Licence to Kill, Black Rain, The Little Mermaid, Say Anything and Honey I shrunk the Kids.
Fun fact: when the warden rips down the poster, he was supposed to be the only one in the shot. However, Morgan Freeman and Clancy Brown both realized that this would be an iconic shot so they snuck in and it was the best take.
Also, the 'redemption' in the movie isn't Andy's, since he was innocent from the start. The redemption was Red's, since he had taken an innocent life and through his friendship with Andy, he also saved one. He atoned for his sins, and it was only after that, that he was allowed to leave prison
You can never atone for lives taken since you can't bring those people back. I hate how lightly people take a life that is the most precious aspect in our reality. Someone that could have experienced life and lived their way, maybe even change the future of all mankind was snuffed out cause of some antisocial asshole that want to end all of that. The family of those people will never truly heal and the one responsible imo should not get pity for commiting the worst crime you can commit. Even in fiction i'll never understand people crying for brooks when he not only killed his wife, but also his own child.
@@9529jake you can feel empathy for someone even though you don’t believe they deserve forgiveness. He may have committed evil but the end of his life is still tragic and sad, it’s not wrong to feel that way.
I heard there was a deleted flashback scene where Andy is sorting through paperwork in the library and comes across old plans of the prison and that's how he knows the pipe he crawls through doesn't have bars on the end. I think it's mentioned in the book.
Fun fact: the picture of young Red in his parole form is actually a picture of Morgan’s son Alfonso Freeman. He can also be seen in the crowd when Andy first arrives, he’s the one who mimics reeling in a fish.
I definitely like this idea of the "You haven't seen that!?" series haha. Would love to see more reactions to any classic movies that any of you guys haven't seen yet.
I was 14 when Stephen King wrote "Carrie". I'm 62 now, and read all the novels before they became movies, so when they hit the theaters, it was a serious event for me, and other King fans. This movie was a short story first, and many fans of this movie, didn't even know Stephen King wrote it. And the Green Mile. And Stand By Me (The Body). When they day comes that Stephen King leaves this Earth, I won't be the only one in mourning for a long time. Because of the stories he wrote, like "Shawshank". King is the master of more then just horror novels. Nice to see you guys watch this one....
It's impossible to not cry during this movie. Rightfully one of the best movies, as well as most uplifting endings ever. The montage of Brooks after his release is just the saddest thing
Its not even an overstatement to say this is one of the finest film's ever made. Stephen King never cashed the royalty cheque for this film. He framed it and sent it back to Frank Darabont with the note: "For if you ever need bail money".
The short story was called Rita Hayworth and the Shawshank Redemption. Apparently the movie was going to have the same title but the director removed that part because he got sick of actresses and their agents calling him and sending him auditions claiming they loved the script and absolutely had to be the one to play Rita.
Interesting. In Finland the title got translated to Rita Hayworth - key to escape which almost completely spoils the movie. Nowadays they don’t try to translate movie titles which is for better.
I always loved that the hammer-shaped hole starts at Exodus. This movie is so profound. The prisoners committed serious crimes, but it reminds us that they are still human. They have hopes, dreams, friends, fears, disappointments, etc. just like the rest of us. I love how we don't actually know the specifics of their crimes. I mean, they're likely all murderers, but it's never stated clearly because that's not the point. And then, of course, there's the irony that the warden and guards are considered "good guys" but they're actually the most corrupt, evil people in the prison. A prison full of murderers.
After statistical analysis, it has been determined that the single most important variable in getting approved for parole is how hungry the board is. The earlier you can get seen after breakfast and lunch, the easier it becomes to get paroled.
I'm an illustrator for a living, and the poster Drew Struzan created for this movie contains one of my favorite illustrations of all time: the piece of Andy standing in the rain from behind, arms wide. The fluidity and dynamic movement in the bend of his spine and the flutter of the open shirt, the color, the rain, it's just absolutely GORGEOUS to me. Beautiful. Chef's kiss.
I've seen Shawshank about 100 times and Brooks Was Here still makes me cry every time!!! I love this Film so much!! I'm glad to see you guys watch it!!
When I first saw this movie in high school, there was one thing I never knew. That much like The Green Mile (1999) and Stand by Me aka The Body (1986), The Shawshank Redemption was based on the work of Stephen King. I had respect for Stephen King as an author of so many dark stories. But 'Shawshank' made me respect him even more as an storyteller willing to be diverse. He can scare the crap out of you. But can hit you in the heart as well. The direction and performances are supreme. Red & Andy's journey and friendship are wonderful. Morgan Freeman himself has gone on record saying of the many films in his career and in the 1990s, this was the one that he was most honored to be part of. Mostly for the deepest meaning of it's story:Life can imprison our heart and soul with pain and strife. To be free, we must believe in Redemption and redeem all we care for. Interesting choice for a movie reaction fellas. Many more gems do exist if you can find them.
‘Misery’ & ‘Delores Claiborne’(another “straight”,non horror/non supernatural story)are another two amazing classic Stephen King adaptations,both star the same lead actress aswell,her name escapes me just now(most famous for her Anna Wilkes character in Misery) & obviously Stanley Kubricks ‘The Shining’ is another classic Stephen King adaptation,even though it’s very different than the book in many ways.Stephen King hated it so much that he made his own adaptation of The Shining though.
Really surprised Aaron hadn't seen this, back when I was 16, I did a binge of top 100 movies of all time just so I could get all the references lol (non-American here)
That’s shot when the bus comes in while the music starts playing and the shot continues above the prison showing the prisoners gathering near the fences makes me emotional as hell. That music man
“Hope is a dangerous thing” 💔❤️🩹 What’s beautiful to me is that the film’s about Red’s redemption, that’s what the title makes reference to, and that’s why he is the narrator. Andy didn’t need redemption, he was innocent all along and punished for a crime he didn’t commit. Red wouldn’t allow himself to be hopeful until Andy showed him he too deserved a second chance in life. Beautiful beautiful story.
Morgan Freeman was in 'Driving Miss Daisy', 'Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves'(one of my personal favs), 'Glory', 'Unforgiven', 'The Power of One' and many others all before this, he is fabulous 😍😍 Great reaction as always 💕💕
This was the movie that opened my eyes to what cinema could achieve when used to its full capability. I remember watching it years ago and just sitting there thinking how I could never.
one of my favorite little tidbits about this movie is that the chapter of the bible Andy hides his rock hammer in is Exodus. that's just genius writing. congrats Aaron on finally seeing such a masterpiece in filmmaking ❤️
As someone who has enjoyed your Doctor Who reactions over the years, it is so great to see something that Aaron gets to first time react to, and what an awesome movie, can't believe he had never seen it. Legendary movie, the best.
The Brooks scene is *so* damn heartbreaking. I've seen this movie dozens of times and those scenes tear me up every time. Every. Single. Time. That poor, sweet old man.
I know the feeling Rick. I was similar to Aaron, a long time had passed on the hype built but it was totally worthy of its hype. Felt the same with Princess Mononoke. I watched that movie not too long ago. I was put off by the hype, never wanted it to fail. It did not. Great movie! In my top 5 favourite anime movies.
I used to watch this movie over and over. I DVR'd it on AMC (with the AMC Facts popping up in the corner every 15 minutes) and I can tell you right now I remember every single one of them. I'm honestly surprised I never got tired of it. Fucking love this flick. Fun Fact, Morgan Freeman messed up his arm with the baseball throwing scene. They did it for most of the day, and he came in the next day with his arm in a sling. Also, the first scene with the gun and the liquor, that's the directors hands. Tim Robins couldn't get it down, so the director did it. I've been waiting my whole life for this moment.
I guess what I appreciate most about this film is what it does that in general shouldn't work in a film. The film hits the pause button to give us a vignette that stands totally on its own before returning to the story.
One of my favorite acting moments is the look on Morgan Freeman's face when they drag him into Andy's cell and the Warden finds the hole. I just love how someone can, as an actor, could look so clueless.
I never realised until now, that Andy's hammer slot in the bible was kept in Exodus, which tells of the liberation of slaves from Egypt. Which reminds me, hope the polls have Prince of Egypt on them soon.
The character of Boggs, Andy's tormentor, played Drake in Aliens. One of the big guns carried in a harness type get up along with Vasquez. Played by Mark Rolston. Also easily one of my favorite movie endings ever.
I haven't seen The Shawshank Redemption in YEARS, and the one thing I still remember, and gets me the most is Brooks... How sad is that? Freaking heartbreaking... 💔 It still made me cry after all these years
A top tier movie that gets kicked into the STRATOSPHERE by Morgan Freeman's narration! And notice? The Warden specifically offered Tommy a cigarette? Sort of like they do for the condemned before the "firing squad".
I will always be happy that I saw this movie in theatres when it was released...completely by accident and I was the only audience member, but it remains one of my best cinema experiences. Partly because I had no idea what it was about, I didn't even know that it was a Stephen King adaptation (If I had, I would have most likely skipped it, considering the track record of Stephen King movies at that time).
this has been my favorite movie for at least 20 years and i watch every YT reaction to it that crosses my recommendations,which is a lot. NEVER thought i’d see one from you guys! damn aaron get your shit together 😂
I was in high school when this movie first came out. It is still my favorite movie to this day. Glad Aaron finally saw it! Now ... has he seen The Green Mile?
This is one of those kinds of movies that make you really want to see the movie continue. But not like a normal movie with serious plots or action, but just the normal day to day behavior. Another words I want to see what was said between Red and Andy when they embraced on the beach. I want to see Andy showing Red their new place somewhere close to the beach. Them sitting on the porch as the sun is setting over the ocean, with a couple of margaritas just chilling having some interesting conversation. Basically it's one of those movies that truly brings the characters to life, so much so that you can see them as those characters forever. You don't see Tim Robbins or Morgan Freeman. You still see Andy and Red. Anyways, I'm babbling here. I hope someone else out there understands what I'm trying to say.
Had to watch this film for a film study class & it’s amazing how much symbolism they have in certain scenes & just who Andy and Red are as characters as well as everyone else so well written
The greatest movie of all time! 9.3/10 on IMDB. It made $73 million dollars against a $25 million dollar budget. Nominated for 7 Oscars including Best Picture but lost to Forrest Gump which took home 6. Paul Newman, Robert Duvall, Gene Hackman and Clint Eastwood were considered for Red, The Film's narrator. Johnny Depp, Tom Cruise, Nicolas Cage, Kevin Costner and Tom Hanks were considered for Andy. It made it's TV Debut on TNT and TBS in 1997, and would go on to sell 320,000 copies on VHS
The character of the Warden is very accurate to narcissistic evil. There are countless simple ways he could have totally covered himself without going so far against Andy, but he panics at the very idea of the knowledge of his crimes existing out in the world...as if numerous people don't already know (e.g., the people who bribe him or that he bribes). But because of his job, he considers himself inherently better than the prisoners despite doing the same crimes or worse.
When turning the bible's page to reveal the rock hammer slit and it was at the passage of Exodus part is so apt. A lot of people overlook the inscription Andy left the Warden on the inside of the cover too. This is my favorite movie and something I can watch over and over again. Seeing him snap after Tommy was killed was amazing. He impacted so many lives at Shawshank. But the ending scene was debated to keep or not, having Red meet him on the beach. I think they made the right call.
Watching this movie with my sister really showed how different people can be. In the scene leading up to Brooks' suicide, I knew immediately what was going to happen; my sister was completely shocked by it. In the scene leading up to Tommy's murder, my sister knew immediately what was going to happen; I was completely shocked by it.
I had talked this movie up to my best friend for years. It’s top 3 for me. Her reaction before the last 30 minutes: I don’t get why you love this movie so much. It’s so slow. During the end credits:…..ok I get it now
I know this movie since I was a child, and I watched it from very little, and I have to confess I didn’t have idea the original book was from Stephen King. I’m shocked. Like, I’m so used to his terror and psychological thrillers that a story like this it could never have cross my mind it would born by his hands. Amazing!
I watched this movie a few years back and absolutely loved it. Not long ago a friend of mine asked for some movie recs and I gave him Shutter Island, Inception, One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, León: the Professional, and this. He said he doesn't like old movies (to me the 90s isn't old tho), but I insisted. He texted me yesterday he loved Inception, and today said he loved this movie, I'm so proud.
"(Reuters May 25th 2022) - The U.S. Supreme Court’s conservative majority decided on Monday that people in state prison no longer have a broad constitutional right to present new evidence in federal court to support claims that they weren’t adequately represented at trial or on appeal. The court’s opinion effectively guts a final safeguard against prosecutorial and judicial error or misconduct. It will leave people who have been wrongfully convicted without a court to turn to for justice, and increases the likelihood that some innocent prisoners will be executed." only two weeks ago, evidence of innocence was deemed less important than expedience in America. even if you can prove you didn't do it, the State will still kill you. this film isn't a fiction, it's an injustice that is alive and well TODAY.
I cannot believe that Aaron had yet to see this, but I'm so glad that he has now. This has been my number one film ever since I saw it the first time. It's one of the few that I am always happy to watch again, no matter how recently I saw it last.
Great story by Stephen King and a great movie. I’ve seen a dozen or more people react to this movie and no one ever mentions that Andy chose of the book of Exodus to hide the rock hammer. Cool detail and nice middle finger to Norton.
When Eric talked about being reminded of his grandfather by the way Morgan Freeman moves, I remembered Anthony Hopkins talking about mimicking his grandfather for a role in a movie called "Hearts in Atlantis". Another great Stephen King's short story adaptation
Fun fact: Russell Crowe went for this movie. One of the side parts, he wasn't well known yet. He said it was one of the best scripts he'd read. He rubbed the casting person the wrong way or something I think. He had a chip on his shoulder back then.
What’s interesting is how they changed Tommy’s fate from the Book where he gets transferred to a different prison to being shot. One of the changes Stephen King likes when it comes to the Movies based on his Books
Every change Darabont made for the screenplay made it better in my opinion. He combined three different wardens into one person. Hadley also wasn't there for Andy's entire incarceration like he was in the movie. Another huge change was the Randall Stevens plotline. In the book (if I recall correctly) Andy had a buddy on the outside invest in some stocks and built a portfolio that he used for his "retirement." Having Andy set up a false identity as a cover for the money laundering, and then ultimately stealing it back from the warden was genius, while also allowing him to use that identity on the outside. And he would likely never be found since the warden would have been the only other person who *might* have known of Randall Steven's existence.
For those that didn’t read the book, Red explaining his name is actually a reference to the original version of him actually being an Irish red head. Of course that wasn’t the case for the movie
You might want to consider The Green Mile now that you've done The Shawshank Redemption. It was written by the same author (Stephen King) and directed by the same director (Frank Darabont).
Last September I went all the way to Ohio to go see my favorite band, Slipknot, perform at the Ohio State Reformatory which is where they filmed at for this movie. It was a dope place to have a metal festival and as a huge fan of this movie I was thrilled to walk around the grounds and look at the architecture.
@Kenny-ep2nf Of course you're correct kenny. But ask 9 out of 10 people who is Stephen King? And they will tell you he is the horror writer not the talented genre writer.
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The Northman
Independence Day: Resurgence
Sonic the Hedgehog 2
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You fellas need to watch street smarts one of my favorite Morgan Freeman movies !!!
Please watch Mandy
Waited for ages for the crew to react to this masterpiece! Great reaction bros! That final escape sequence was amazing!
P.S.: No matter how many times I watched this classic, Brooks' scene always brings on the waterworks 😔😔😔
Any chance you'd be reacting to the Green Mile bros?
William Sadler - Die Hard 2. The Rock - Gregory Sporleder. I always get them mixed up.
Brooks had been in Shawshank for 50 years when he was released. He was committed in 1905. Think about what those 50 years meant. Brooks missed WWI, WWII and the Korean War. When he went in, the Wright brothers had just flown their plane. When he got out, airliners with wingspans longer than that first flight were crossing the Atlantic daily. ICE-powered cars had gone from a novelty toy for the rich to a practical mode of transportation for pretty much everyone. When Brooks went into Shawshank, he did so in a horse-drawn wagon. His first work details may have been spent refilling oil lamps, splitting firewood or hauling water from the well in buckets. And then they just kick him out. Poor dude would probably have been less lost if they dropped him on Mars.
That brooks segment when he gets out never fails to break me
Close, 14:31 he says he went into Shawshank in 1905. But the points stand.
Doesn’t brooks say in the movie “I came here (shawshank prison) in 05, and they made me librarian 1912”. So went there in 1905 no?
I would like to award this comment an Oscar.
The thing that bugs me is that everyone cries over Brooks, but no one feels that way about real people. I've experienced many of the same things as Brooks and no one gives a crap. I actually understand his position almost completely, except not being in literal jail.
1994 was an insane year. Shawshank Redemption, Pulp Fiction, Forrest Gump, Ed Wood, Clerks, Léon: The Professional, Jim Carrey with 3 comedy classics with The Mask, Ace Ventura, and Dumb and Dumber, The Crow, Speed. One of the best years for movies.
all down hill from there
@@roelven1282 Did you stop watching movies after 1994? Because what you are implying is obviously not true.
And The Lion King!
@@roelven1282 1995s HEAT was in no way "down hill".
I see your 1994 and raise you 1989. Batman, Indiana Jones and the last Crusade, Lethal Weapon 2, Glory, When Harry Met Sally, Road House, Dead Poets Society, Back to the Future 2, Born on the 4th of July, Field of Dreams, The Burbs, Licence to Kill, Black Rain, The Little Mermaid, Say Anything and Honey I shrunk the Kids.
Fun fact: when the warden rips down the poster, he was supposed to be the only one in the shot. However, Morgan Freeman and Clancy Brown both realized that this would be an iconic shot so they snuck in and it was the best take.
Love that it’s great their shocked faces looking at the hole
@@JohnSmith-wh2ob another fun fact is that everyone has said that Bob Gunton (The Warden) is one of the nicest people and very gracious to fans.
@@SuburbanSavage he plays that evil douche character so well 😂 but I’ve heard the same nothing but a great person
How does Andy put poster back up ? He just taped the top and when he went in tunnel it just fell back in place
@@paulnolan8964 I always assumed that he would've used gum or clay, or maybe a magnet.
Also, the 'redemption' in the movie isn't Andy's, since he was innocent from the start. The redemption was Red's, since he had taken an innocent life and through his friendship with Andy, he also saved one. He atoned for his sins, and it was only after that, that he was allowed to leave prison
He took 3 lives.
@@crankfastle8138 2, his wife and kid
You can never atone for lives taken since you can't bring those people back. I hate how lightly people take a life that is the most precious aspect in our reality. Someone that could have experienced life and lived their way, maybe even change the future of all mankind was snuffed out cause of some antisocial asshole that want to end all of that. The family of those people will never truly heal and the one responsible imo should not get pity for commiting the worst crime you can commit. Even in fiction i'll never understand people crying for brooks when he not only killed his wife, but also his own child.
@@9529jake you can feel empathy for someone even though you don’t believe they deserve forgiveness. He may have committed evil but the end of his life is still tragic and sad, it’s not wrong to feel that way.
Red's redemption was having hope. He never had hope. But by the end he was redeemed and had hope.
I heard there was a deleted flashback scene where Andy is sorting through paperwork in the library and comes across old plans of the prison and that's how he knows the pipe he crawls through doesn't have bars on the end. I think it's mentioned in the book.
That makes sense. They should have left it in.
Brooks death still hits hard, top 10 saddest moments in film history
Don’t forget my boy Tommy.
I cry every time. Even now. I cried the first time because my heart broken, I cry now because I know my heart's gonna break.
Breaks my heart 😢😢
Top 10....possibly!?! But for me, I don't think anything will ever top John Coffey's execution in Green Mile. Absolutely brutal.
It's up there with the old man dying in Groundhogs Day. Breaks me every time.
Fun fact: the picture of young Red in his parole form is actually a picture of Morgan’s son Alfonso Freeman. He can also be seen in the crowd when Andy first arrives, he’s the one who mimics reeling in a fish.
I definitely like this idea of the "You haven't seen that!?" series haha. Would love to see more reactions to any classic movies that any of you guys haven't seen yet.
I love that in the book, Red really was an Irish white guy, but casting Morgan Freeman in the role made for one of the best jokes in the film
What was the joke?
@@etwa8206 Tim Robbins asked why they called him Red and he responded "maybe its cuz im irish"
But nowdays people would be getting their pants wet because it would be "woke" 😂😂
@@zackattack9228 and it would only be people who have never read one word of the book lol
@@zackattack9228 sadly, I wonder why they claim to be “woke” when really they’re narrow minded
My favorite line:
"I remember thinking it would take a man six hundred years to tunnel through the wall with it. Old Andy did it in less than twenty."
I was 14 when Stephen King wrote "Carrie". I'm 62 now, and read all the novels before they became movies, so when they hit the theaters, it was a serious event for me, and other King fans. This movie was a short story first, and many fans of this movie, didn't even know Stephen King wrote it. And the Green Mile. And Stand By Me (The Body). When they day comes that Stephen King leaves this Earth, I won't be the only one in mourning for a long time. Because of the stories he wrote, like "Shawshank". King is the master of more then just horror novels. Nice to see you guys watch this one....
It’s one of those movies you just don’t ever get bored of thanks to how well written it is with every single detail
It's impossible to not cry during this movie. Rightfully one of the best movies, as well as most uplifting endings ever. The montage of Brooks after his release is just the saddest thing
Which scene was I supposed to cry?
@@deckzone3000 I think due to how beautiful it is
@@deckzone3000any scene
Its not even an overstatement to say this is one of the finest film's ever made.
Stephen King never cashed the royalty cheque for this film. He framed it and sent it back to Frank Darabont with the note: "For if you ever need bail money".
I love that Andy hid his rock hammer in the Bible chapter 'Exodus'.
means?
@@ashoneth Exodus refers to the mass liberation of the jews from egyptian slavery. It references and escape to freedom.
I never noticed that. Thanks!!
@@predetor911 wow
The short story was called Rita Hayworth and the Shawshank Redemption.
Apparently the movie was going to have the same title but the director removed that part because he got sick of actresses and their agents calling him and sending him auditions claiming they loved the script and absolutely had to be the one to play Rita.
Interesting. In Finland the title got translated to Rita Hayworth - key to escape which almost completely spoils the movie. Nowadays they don’t try to translate movie titles which is for better.
Erik mentioned this in the video
@@Bertza00 In Greece it was translated as Last Exit : Rita Hayworth 😂
Well that makes no sense. It’s ultimately a poster of Raquel Welch that he’s using when he escapes.
In norwegian this movie is called "Freedom's rain" which obviously references when Andy escapes and the rain pours on him
I always loved that the hammer-shaped hole starts at Exodus. This movie is so profound. The prisoners committed serious crimes, but it reminds us that they are still human. They have hopes, dreams, friends, fears, disappointments, etc. just like the rest of us. I love how we don't actually know the specifics of their crimes. I mean, they're likely all murderers, but it's never stated clearly because that's not the point. And then, of course, there's the irony that the warden and guards are considered "good guys" but they're actually the most corrupt, evil people in the prison. A prison full of murderers.
I can never decide if my favorite quote from this film is the "pressure and time" speech or the "I hope" at the end. Such a masterpiece.
After statistical analysis, it has been determined that the single most important variable in getting approved for parole is how hungry the board is. The earlier you can get seen after breakfast and lunch, the easier it becomes to get paroled.
Wow haha
I'm an illustrator for a living, and the poster Drew Struzan created for this movie contains one of my favorite illustrations of all time: the piece of Andy standing in the rain from behind, arms wide. The fluidity and dynamic movement in the bend of his spine and the flutter of the open shirt, the color, the rain, it's just absolutely GORGEOUS to me. Beautiful. Chef's kiss.
I've seen Shawshank about 100 times and Brooks Was Here still makes me cry every time!!! I love this Film so much!! I'm glad to see you guys watch it!!
Yup what a mess
Red was a red haired Irishman in the short story. They left the "Maybe cause I'm Irish" line in anyway for a little humor.
When I first saw this movie in high school, there was one thing I never knew.
That much like The Green Mile (1999) and Stand by Me aka The Body (1986), The Shawshank Redemption was based on the work of Stephen King.
I had respect for Stephen King as an author of so many dark stories.
But 'Shawshank' made me respect him even more as an storyteller willing to be diverse.
He can scare the crap out of you.
But can hit you in the heart as well.
The direction and performances are supreme.
Red & Andy's journey and friendship are wonderful.
Morgan Freeman himself has gone on record saying of the many films in his career and in the 1990s, this was the one that he was most honored to be part of.
Mostly for the deepest meaning of it's story:Life can imprison our heart and soul with pain and strife.
To be free, we must believe in Redemption and redeem all we care for.
Interesting choice for a movie reaction fellas.
Many more gems do exist if you can find them.
‘Misery’ & ‘Delores Claiborne’(another “straight”,non horror/non supernatural story)are another two amazing classic Stephen King adaptations,both star the same lead actress aswell,her name escapes me just now(most famous for her Anna Wilkes character in Misery) & obviously Stanley Kubricks ‘The Shining’ is another classic Stephen King adaptation,even though it’s very different than the book in many ways.Stephen King hated it so much that he made his own adaptation of The Shining though.
@@socillizt4life Kathy Bates
Yup he knows how to write a good story whether or not it’s scary, that’s good talented of a writer he is
@@socillizt4life I love the 1997 miniseries as well.
Really surprised Aaron hadn't seen this, back when I was 16, I did a binge of top 100 movies of all time just so I could get all the references lol (non-American here)
Damn, now I’m tempted to do that.
Duuuude! I did the same thing when I was 16
what list did you go off of because there's tons of subjective top 100 lists out there
@@Luke-cu7bf probably IMDB or some version of that in his country.
He's seen it before... it's a running joke on most reactions that Aaron watched it already
That’s shot when the bus comes in while the music starts playing and the shot continues above the prison showing the prisoners gathering near the fences makes me emotional as hell. That music man
"How often do you look at a mans shoes?"
A whole lot more after watching this movie.
Frank Darabont doing a Stephen King adaptation is a guarantee hit.
One of the movies I'd call perfect. Gets me every time.
Like Eric said, this is one of my favorite movies, and as a Stephen King fan, it also gave me even more respect for the man's ability.
“Hope is a dangerous thing” 💔❤️🩹 What’s beautiful to me is that the film’s about Red’s redemption, that’s what the title makes reference to, and that’s why he is the narrator. Andy didn’t need redemption, he was innocent all along and punished for a crime he didn’t commit. Red wouldn’t allow himself to be hopeful until Andy showed him he too deserved a second chance in life. Beautiful beautiful story.
Yep, this is more about Red's redemption than Andy's. One could even say that this is a regular old
Red Dead Redemption.
@@CrimsonCharan lol
Morgan Freeman was in 'Driving Miss Daisy', 'Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves'(one of my personal favs), 'Glory', 'Unforgiven', 'The Power of One' and many others all before this, he is fabulous 😍😍 Great reaction as always 💕💕
This was the movie that opened my eyes to what cinema could achieve when used to its full capability. I remember watching it years ago and just sitting there thinking how I could never.
one of my favorite little tidbits about this movie is that the chapter of the bible Andy hides his rock hammer in is Exodus. that's just genius writing. congrats Aaron on finally seeing such a masterpiece in filmmaking ❤️
can’t believe they reacted to this! it makes me truly happy! one of the best movies ever made! deserves more love!
I cannot conceive of a way for this movie to get "more love" than it already gets across the internet at this point.
@@chrishornbostel9831 it’s worth the hype tbh
As someone who has enjoyed your Doctor Who reactions over the years, it is so great to see something that Aaron gets to first time react to, and what an awesome movie, can't believe he had never seen it. Legendary movie, the best.
The Brooks scene is *so* damn heartbreaking. I've seen this movie dozens of times and those scenes tear me up every time. Every. Single. Time. That poor, sweet old man.
This is easily one of my top 3 movies of ALL time. So great, so much deserving of the place it has in our zeitgeist.
I know the feeling Rick. I was similar to Aaron, a long time had passed on the hype built but it was totally worthy of its hype. Felt the same with Princess Mononoke. I watched that movie not too long ago. I was put off by the hype, never wanted it to fail. It did not. Great movie! In my top 5 favourite anime movies.
One of the only movies that I'll sit down and finish if I ever caught it on TV. Must have seen it more than few dozen times at least
I used to watch this movie over and over. I DVR'd it on AMC (with the AMC Facts popping up in the corner every 15 minutes) and I can tell you right now I remember every single one of them. I'm honestly surprised I never got tired of it. Fucking love this flick.
Fun Fact, Morgan Freeman messed up his arm with the baseball throwing scene. They did it for most of the day, and he came in the next day with his arm in a sling.
Also, the first scene with the gun and the liquor, that's the directors hands. Tim Robins couldn't get it down, so the director did it.
I've been waiting my whole life for this moment.
I guess what I appreciate most about this film is what it does that in general shouldn't work in a film. The film hits the pause button to give us a vignette that stands totally on its own before returning to the story.
One of my favorite acting moments is the look on Morgan Freeman's face when they drag him into Andy's cell and the Warden finds the hole. I just love how someone can, as an actor, could look so clueless.
I never realised until now, that Andy's hammer slot in the bible was kept in Exodus, which tells of the liberation of slaves from Egypt. Which reminds me, hope the polls have Prince of Egypt on them soon.
It’s like seeing Shawshank is a direct pathway to watching the Green Mile! Please react to it!
That’s exactly the way I see it too :)). Two of the best movies of all time
I remember watching this movie as a teenager in the early 2000's and being like why the _fuck_ don't more people talk about this movie!?
The character of Boggs, Andy's tormentor, played Drake in Aliens. One of the big guns carried in a harness type get up along with Vasquez. Played by Mark Rolston. Also easily one of my favorite movie endings ever.
He also voiced Deathstroke in Batman Arkham Origins. Not to mention, Norman Osborn in the Ps4 Spider-Man.
I worked on Shawshank for two months. I played a core-con. Summer of 93 in Ohio. Great experience!
You took part in making this movie? Wow
I haven't seen The Shawshank Redemption in YEARS, and the one thing I still remember, and gets me the most is Brooks... How sad is that? Freaking heartbreaking... 💔 It still made me cry after all these years
It’s such a tragic scene
Super glad to see a reaction to this, I'm amazed that Aaron hasn't seen it! Some parts of this film make me tear up without fail every time
Even after all these years, i still think this movie is fantastic. Definately a classic...and probably always will be.
Same
What the fuck? I open UA-cam and I see you guys watching my favourite movie in the world, I need to get snacks.
A top tier movie that gets kicked into the STRATOSPHERE by Morgan Freeman's narration!
And notice? The Warden specifically offered Tommy a cigarette? Sort of like they do for the condemned before the "firing squad".
I will always be happy that I saw this movie in theatres when it was released...completely by accident and I was the only audience member, but it remains one of my best cinema experiences. Partly because I had no idea what it was about, I didn't even know that it was a Stephen King adaptation (If I had, I would have most likely skipped it, considering the track record of Stephen King movies at that time).
this has been my favorite movie for at least 20 years and i watch every YT reaction to it that crosses my recommendations,which is a lot. NEVER thought i’d see one from you guys! damn aaron get your shit together 😂
I was in high school when this movie first came out. It is still my favorite movie to this day. Glad Aaron finally saw it! Now ... has he seen The Green Mile?
This is one of those kinds of movies that make you really want to see the movie continue. But not like a normal movie with serious plots or action, but just the normal day to day behavior. Another words I want to see what was said between Red and Andy when they embraced on the beach. I want to see Andy showing Red their new place somewhere close to the beach. Them sitting on the porch as the sun is setting over the ocean, with a couple of margaritas just chilling having some interesting conversation. Basically it's one of those movies that truly brings the characters to life, so much so that you can see them as those characters forever. You don't see Tim Robbins or Morgan Freeman. You still see Andy and Red. Anyways, I'm babbling here. I hope someone else out there understands what I'm trying to say.
I love this. Watching movies that Aaron had never seen before. And there are plenties! Make this a regular thing!
Had to watch this film for a film study class & it’s amazing how much symbolism they have in certain scenes & just who Andy and Red are as characters as well as everyone else so well written
It was noted "He's still wearing his suit." People used to dress up to travel. As late as the 80s I wore a suit on bus trips across the country.
The greatest movie of all time!
9.3/10 on IMDB.
It made $73 million dollars against a $25 million dollar budget.
Nominated for 7 Oscars including Best Picture but lost to Forrest Gump which took home 6.
Paul Newman, Robert Duvall, Gene Hackman and Clint Eastwood were considered for Red, The Film's narrator.
Johnny Depp, Tom Cruise, Nicolas Cage, Kevin Costner and Tom Hanks were considered for Andy.
It made it's TV Debut on TNT and TBS in 1997, and would go on to sell 320,000 copies on VHS
The character of the Warden is very accurate to narcissistic evil. There are countless simple ways he could have totally covered himself without going so far against Andy, but he panics at the very idea of the knowledge of his crimes existing out in the world...as if numerous people don't already know (e.g., the people who bribe him or that he bribes). But because of his job, he considers himself inherently better than the prisoners despite doing the same crimes or worse.
He was soo corrupted
It truly is a really great film
When turning the bible's page to reveal the rock hammer slit and it was at the passage of Exodus part is so apt. A lot of people overlook the inscription Andy left the Warden on the inside of the cover too.
This is my favorite movie and something I can watch over and over again. Seeing him snap after Tommy was killed was amazing. He impacted so many lives at Shawshank. But the ending scene was debated to keep or not, having Red meet him on the beach. I think they made the right call.
Watching this movie with my sister really showed how different people can be.
In the scene leading up to Brooks' suicide, I knew immediately what was going to happen; my sister was completely shocked by it.
In the scene leading up to Tommy's murder, my sister knew immediately what was going to happen; I was completely shocked by it.
Even if Aaron had seen this, I'd still watch your reaction. Shawshank is pure gold, just like The Green Mile.
This movie is the pathway to watching The Green Mile
This movie is actually the BEST movie in the world according to IMDB
One of the greatest ever made. Only lost all the Oscar’s to Forrest Gump
I had talked this movie up to my best friend for years. It’s top 3 for me.
Her reaction before the last 30 minutes: I don’t get why you love this movie so much. It’s so slow.
During the end credits:…..ok I get it now
I’m glad she understood why it’s that hyped
This is an all time masterpiece
For every King story with a weird premise, faulty execution, or fumbled ending, there are treasures like Shawshank.
I know this movie since I was a child, and I watched it from very little, and I have to confess I didn’t have idea the original book was from Stephen King. I’m shocked. Like, I’m so used to his terror and psychological thrillers that a story like this it could never have cross my mind it would born by his hands. Amazing!
Gotta love movies like this. They really help when you just need to escape.
I see what you did there with that pun :))
I watched this movie a few years back and absolutely loved it. Not long ago a friend of mine asked for some movie recs and I gave him Shutter Island, Inception, One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, León: the Professional, and this. He said he doesn't like old movies (to me the 90s isn't old tho), but I insisted. He texted me yesterday he loved Inception, and today said he loved this movie, I'm so proud.
There you go, it paid off suggesting it
Aaron after having just watched one of the greatest films of all time: "It was long... movie itself was pretty good." LOL.
Great reaction guys!
This film is a great representation of how corrupt our criminal justice system is
"(Reuters May 25th 2022) - The U.S. Supreme Court’s conservative majority decided on Monday that people in state prison no longer have a broad constitutional right to present new evidence in federal court to support claims that they weren’t adequately represented at trial or on appeal.
The court’s opinion effectively guts a final safeguard against prosecutorial and judicial error or misconduct. It will leave people who have been wrongfully convicted without a court to turn to for justice, and increases the likelihood that some innocent prisoners will be executed."
only two weeks ago, evidence of innocence was deemed less important than expedience in America. even if you can prove you didn't do it, the State will still kill you. this film isn't a fiction, it's an injustice that is alive and well TODAY.
Brooks: *sweet old man*
Also Brooks: *literally been in prison for 50 years*
For good reason
I cannot believe that Aaron had yet to see this, but I'm so glad that he has now.
This has been my number one film ever since I saw it the first time. It's one of the few that I am always happy to watch again, no matter how recently I saw it last.
This movie is a masterpiece few years ago my friend insisted me to watch this movie & it became one of my favorites a must watch movie
Great story by Stephen King and a great movie. I’ve seen a dozen or more people react to this movie and no one ever mentions that Andy chose of the book of Exodus to hide the rock hammer. Cool detail and nice middle finger to Norton.
When Eric talked about being reminded of his grandfather by the way Morgan Freeman moves, I remembered Anthony Hopkins talking about mimicking his grandfather for a role in a movie called "Hearts in Atlantis". Another great Stephen King's short story adaptation
A surprise to be sure but a welcomed one. This is one of my fav movies. I teard up again. Great review guys 😊
I wish I could watch this movie for the first time. If you ask me, this is in my top10 of the grreatest films of all time.
Frank Darabont made 2 timeless masterpieces in The Shawshank Redemption and The Green Mile!
This might be the greatest film of all time
The Lamb Shank Redemption?
“WHERES THE LAMB SSSSSS….. Oh there it is….lovely”
Fun fact: Russell Crowe went for this movie. One of the side parts, he wasn't well known yet. He said it was one of the best scripts he'd read. He rubbed the casting person the wrong way or something I think. He had a chip on his shoulder back then.
He’s strange ngl
How in god’s name has Aaron not seen this? This is easily my 4th favorite movie of all time.
1-3?
@@dwaynekeenum1916
5. Django
4. Shawshank
3. Goodfellas
2. Zodiac
1. The Prestige
What’s interesting is how they changed Tommy’s fate from the Book where he gets transferred to a different prison to being shot. One of the changes Stephen King likes when it comes to the Movies based on his Books
Every change Darabont made for the screenplay made it better in my opinion. He combined three different wardens into one person. Hadley also wasn't there for Andy's entire incarceration like he was in the movie. Another huge change was the Randall Stevens plotline. In the book (if I recall correctly) Andy had a buddy on the outside invest in some stocks and built a portfolio that he used for his "retirement." Having Andy set up a false identity as a cover for the money laundering, and then ultimately stealing it back from the warden was genius, while also allowing him to use that identity on the outside. And he would likely never be found since the warden would have been the only other person who *might* have known of Randall Steven's existence.
Im not afraid to say it this is the best movie ever made EVER!
We can all agree on this
This is one of those movies that I can watch repeatedly and never get tired of it
Same, it’s nothing short of being the best movie ever
Aaron is the Tommy of this group, the rest are all veterans who know the in-jokes, laughing among themselves while Aaron looks confused.
The Shawshank Redemption is the best beer advertisement ever
For those that didn’t read the book, Red explaining his name is actually a reference to the original version of him actually being an Irish red head. Of course that wasn’t the case for the movie
Life with Eddie Murphy and Martin Lawrence would be a good one for the Blindwave Crew to watch!!
Great movie!!
You might want to consider The Green Mile now that you've done The Shawshank Redemption. It was written by the same author (Stephen King) and directed by the same director (Frank Darabont).
Yup similar theme but staring Tom Hanks and other good actors
most satisfying film. Loved Aaron's reactions!
Last September I went all the way to Ohio to go see my favorite band, Slipknot, perform at the Ohio State Reformatory which is where they filmed at for this movie. It was a dope place to have a metal festival and as a huge fan of this movie I was thrilled to walk around the grounds and look at the architecture.
You were in my town lol
@@erikawilliams9558 Nice! Can’t say I got to check out much of Mansfield but the Reformatory was sic!!!
“It’s like that line in Shawshank Redemption, ‘Get rich or die trying.’” -Noho Hank
What's amazing is that the greatest horror writer of our time also gave us the most thought-provoking beautiful film of hope.
Because he’s talented at writing books of all genres
@Kenny-ep2nf Of course you're correct kenny. But ask 9 out of 10 people who is Stephen King? And they will tell you he is the horror writer not the talented genre writer.
@@michaelbaziotis8287 that’s true yeah, but for somebody who’s known for writing horror he sure can write other stuff