Shawshank: The Redeeming Feature
- Documentary
Film critic and presenter Mark Kermode explores the fascination and praise audiences, fans and critics have behind the classic The Shawshank Redemption (1994) and how its importance grew higher over the years despite being an overlooked film when it was released and not getting any Oscars victories when it was nominated as one of the Best Pictures of the Year.
Shawshank: The Redeeming Feature is a 2001 documentary featuring film critic Mark Kermode investigating why The Shawshank Redemption became a beloved classic despite its initial commercial underperformance and Oscar snub. The film explores how audiences, critics, and fans transformed an overlooked 1994 drama into one of cinema's most celebrated works.
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When was Shawshank: The Redeeming Feature released?
The documentary was released on September 8, 2001.
What is the documentary about?
It examines why The Shawshank Redemption (1994) evolved from a critically overlooked film that won no Oscars into a widely praised classic, featuring analysis from critic Mark Kermode on the reasons behind its enduring appeal.
Who is featured in the documentary?
Film critic and presenter Mark Kermode leads the exploration of The Shawshank Redemption's cultural impact.
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