David Lovell (dl2004)

Simply the best movie I have ever seen. Tim Robbins is superb as Andy Dufresne and his friendship with Red (Morgan Freeman) is rare in the movies because its two male friends who aren't involved in car chases and using the f word every five seconds. Freeman's narration is also superbly executed in the movie, and Bob Gunton is perfect as the warden. The film's one drawback, if it really has one, is what leads to the shot you see on the cover (better not give that away!) - that was a bit silly for me, but only a slight criticism. If you haven't seen this movie, WHY????

A fantastic coming of age film, that never grows old and can be enjoyed by any age group. All four young stars shine with Corey Feldman stealing the show and River Phoenix showing great potential that he sadly couldn't go on to fulfil. Watch out for fantastic early roles for Kiefer Sutherland and John Cusack, who would go on to have a far better career then any of the four main stars. Shame!