It has been three decades since The Shawshank Redemption was released, yet the movie remains one of the best movies of all time. A timeless classic, the film starred Tim Robbins and Morgan Freeman in the lead and is based on a Stephen King novel of similar name.
The Shawshank Redemption (1994)
While throughout the movie, those who have read King’s book, will understand how perfectly the story was adapted by director Frank Darabont, King’s name is largely missing from the credits. A small ‘Thank You’ does appear at the end, but there is no mention of the novel’s name. This lack of connection was apparently a marketing tactic, that continues to hurt even after all this time.
The Shawshank Redemption Hid Its Connection with Stephen King
Stephen King (Image: In His Own Words Featurette | YouTube)
Stephen King is better known for his work in the horror and suspense genre,...
The Shawshank Redemption (1994)
While throughout the movie, those who have read King’s book, will understand how perfectly the story was adapted by director Frank Darabont, King’s name is largely missing from the credits. A small ‘Thank You’ does appear at the end, but there is no mention of the novel’s name. This lack of connection was apparently a marketing tactic, that continues to hurt even after all this time.
The Shawshank Redemption Hid Its Connection with Stephen King
Stephen King (Image: In His Own Words Featurette | YouTube)
Stephen King is better known for his work in the horror and suspense genre,...
- 5/11/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
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