Composer

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Thomas Newman

Genre

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Film

Style

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Film Score

Compose Date

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1994

The Shawshank Redemption is a 1994 American drama film directed by Frank Darabont, based on the 1982 Stephen King novella Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption. The film premiered on September 10, 1994, at the Toronto International Film Festival and was released in the United States on September 23, 1994. The film has since become a classic and is widely regarded as one of the greatest films ever made. The film is divided into two movements, with the first half focusing on the life of Andy Dufresne (Tim Robbins), a banker who is wrongfully convicted of murder and sent to Shawshank State Penitentiary. The second half of the film focuses on Andy's friendship with fellow inmate Ellis Boyd "Red" Redding (Morgan Freeman) and their attempts to escape from prison. The soundtrack for The Shawshank Redemption was composed by Thomas Newman, who is known for his work on films such as American Beauty, Finding Nemo, and Skyfall. Newman's score for The Shawshank Redemption is characterized by its haunting and melancholic tone, which perfectly captures the film's themes of hope, redemption, and the human spirit. The score features a mix of orchestral and electronic elements, with Newman using a variety of instruments including piano, strings, and percussion to create a sense of tension and drama. The main theme of the score, "Shawshank Redemption," is a beautiful and uplifting piece of music that has become synonymous with the film itself. Overall, the soundtrack for The Shawshank Redemption is a masterful work of art that perfectly complements the film's themes and characters. Newman's score is a testament to his talent as a composer and his ability to create music that is both emotionally powerful and deeply moving.

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