The Shawshank Redemption

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…and friendship, are closely examined by Darabont within the film, although thoughout most of the film, the situation does seem hopeless. It is only Andy and Reds decision to shake off the mould of convicts and to find good in the world, and their friendship that allows them both to cling to hope and make it to the 'outside' to spend the rest of their days in peace next to the deep, blue Pacific ocean.